What comes to mind when you read the word "addiction?" Does it make you think of repetitive use of alcohol and drugs despite negative consequences? Or do you think of shopping, sexual activity, video ...

Dear Savvy Senior: My dad has always been a pack rat, but since Mom died a few years ago he’s become more of a hoarder. The clutter has gotten out of control and I don’t know what to do. Any ...

Behind closed doors across the country, millions of individuals are quietly overwhelmed by something most of us take for granted: our relationship with things we bring into our homes. The ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. New York, April 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hoarding is often portrayed as extreme clutter, homes filled with piles ...

Ever keep items you never use in games You’re not alone. Hoarding is addictive, and video games are designed to make it feel rewarding.