Mayo Clinic Minute: Hoarding - when clutter is more than a mess

But when does the excess stuff  the clutter  become too much?

Dr. Craig Sawchuk says clutter is one thing. Hoarding is another. He says hoarding may be a sign of anxiety, depression or other concerns. Figuring out why someone hoards, and how the mess affects them and their loved ones, is important.

Cleaning up the mess can be emotionally and physically difficult. But doing so may greatly improve quality of life.