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Artist using her work and life experience to break down hoarding stigma
When artist Siobhan Marriott sought help for family members with hoarding behaviours, she discovered hoarding tendencies of her own.
Key points:
- Siobhan Marriott creates collage and zines to explore her battle with hoarding
- An estimated 2 to 6 per cent of the Australian population are affected by hoarding
- Anglicare has released a study collating the experiences of carers looking after people with hoarding issues
“It’s made me more compassionate to my family members who have some of those same behaviours,” she said.
Ms Marriott said managing her own hoarding was a lifelong battle, and it had caused conflict in her relationships.
“When it’s very intense, it’s very socially isolating. It comes with a lot of shame and social stigma, and so…
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