Clutter Unraveled: The Intersection of ADHD and Hoarding Disorder

Learn about the complex and seemingly shared causes of clutter in ADHD and hoarding disorder, from executive dysfunction and emotional dysregulation to decluttering avoidance.

Treatment for co-occurring conditions is essential. Depression and anxiety commonly occur with ADHD and HD. Loss of motivation in the former and excessive worry in the latter cause further difficulties with executive functioning and exacerbate problems with clutter and disorganization.

All individuals with HD should be screened for ADHD. Stimulant medication can help reduce ADHD symptoms that contribute to disorganized living spaces.

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About the Author: Michael A. Tompkins, PhD, ABPP

Michael A. Tompkins, PhD, ABPP is a licensed psychologist (PSY13822) and board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology, co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy, Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, Diplomate and Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, and is a trainer and consultant for the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior. He is the author or co-author of numerous scholarly articles and chapters on cognitive-behavior therapy and related topics, as well as seven books. Dr. Tompkins treats adults, adolescents, and children with anxiety disorders (panic, worry, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety), stress, insomnia, body-focused repetitive behaviors (trichotillomania, skin picking, nail biting), elimination disorders (enuresis and encopresis), and Tourette’s and tic disorders. For an appointment, call 510.652.4455 ext. 3 To learn more about Dr. Tompkins, visit his profile here.