The Hoarder in You How to Live a Happier, Healthier, Uncluttered Life

From the hit A&E show Hoarders,psychologist Dr. Robin Zasio shows readers how to take control of their stuff and de-clutter their lives. Recently, the once little-known condition of hoarding has become a household phrasein part due to the popularity of the Emmy Awardwinning television show Hoarders,which has captivated audiences with its stark and heartbreaking look at the people who suffer from this paralyzing condition. Contributing expert to HoardersDr. Robin Zasio believes that our fascination with hoarding stems from the fact that most of us fall somewhere on the hoarding continuum. In The Hoarder in You,Dr. Zasio shares behind-the-scenes stories from the show, including some of the most serious cases of hoarding that she's encounteredand explains how readers can learn from these extreme examples. She also shares psychological and practical advice for de-cluttering and organizing, including how to tame the emotional pull of acquiring additional things, make order out of chaos by getting a handle on cluter, and create an organizational system that reduces stress and anxiety.

Robin Zasio, PsyD, LCSW, is a featured therapist on the Emmy-nominated hit AE series Hoarders and specializes in treating hording and other anxiety-related conditions. She lives in Sacramento.