Exploring possessions as extensions of self-concept and links to the identities of others in hoarding disorder
Kings, Christopher 2019, Exploring possessions as extensions of self-concept and links to the identities of others in hoarding disorder, DPsych thesis, School of Psychology, Deakin University.
This thesis explored the importance of possessions as extensions of personal identity and connections to significant others for people that struggle with hoarding. The findings suggested that personal belongings take on incredible significance for people that hoard, sometimes feeling physically connected to who they are and the memories of others.
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eng
Indigenous content
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Field of Research
170106 Health, Clinical and Counselling Psychology
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