Improving daily functioning for individuals with Hoarding Disorder
Functional and Cognitive Rehabilitation of Hoarding Disorder
This study is testing a new therapy called CREST to help people with Hoarding Disorder, especially older adults and veterans, learn to manage their belongings better and improve their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA San Diego Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11175265 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on Hoarding Disorder (HD), a condition that severely impacts individuals' ability to manage their possessions, leading to dangerous living conditions and significant impairment in daily activities. The study aims to implement a treatment called Cognitive Rehabilitation and Exposure/Sorting Therapy (CREST), which combines cognitive strategies with therapeutic exposure to help patients make better decisions about their belongings. By addressing the cognitive aspects of hoarding, the research seeks to enhance the quality of life for affected individuals, particularly older adults and veterans. Participants will engage in structured therapy sessions designed to reduce clutter and improve their ability to manage daily tasks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults, particularly veterans, who struggle with hoarding behaviors and related impairments.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Hoarding Disorder or those who are not experiencing significant impairment in daily functioning may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the daily functioning and quality of life for individuals suffering from Hoarding Disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with similar cognitive rehabilitation approaches for treating Hoarding Disorder, indicating potential for success in this study.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- VA San Diego Healthcare System — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ayers, Catherine — VA San Diego Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Ayers, Catherine
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.