Self-Test: Is Your Clutter and Disorganization Out of Control?

Most of us are somewhat messy, but hoarding is a serious condition linked to anxiety and obsessive compulsive behavior that affects approximately 2 to 5 percent of the population. Take this quiz to understand where you fall on the messiness to hoarding spectrum.

Question 7 of 8
Question 7 of 8
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The furniture in my house is covered in clutter.

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  • Yes! So much so that I can’t sit or lie down without moving piles.
  • Not really. Furniture generally stays pretty clear. The floor around it, on the other hand...
YOUR ANSWER : Not really. Furniture generally stays pretty clear. The floor around it, on the other hand...
CORRECT ANSWER : Yes! So much so that I can’t sit or lie down without moving piles.
When your clutter starts to affect the “livability” of your house, it may reflect hoarding tendencies. In many hoarding cases, sitting space is the first thing to go.
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NOTE: This test is not intended to diagnose or to replace the care of a health care professional. If you are concerned about your messiness, please seek professional assistance.
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