Can Hoarding Be a Sign of Dementia?
Summary: Yes, hoarding can be a symptom of dementia because it involves cognitive decline. As dementia progresses, people often have trouble with memory, decision-making, and organization. The anxiety and confusion from dementia can make hoarding worse, creating challenges for caregivers and family members. Hoarding is a mental disorder characterized by the accumulation of items and difficulty in discarding them, often…
