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Hoarding and Self Neglect

Course Information

This course has been developed to provide learners with knowledge of Hoarding as a disorder and the complex impacts of self-neglect as a safeguarding category. The course will look at the different ways living with a Hoarding disorder impacts on individuals and others in their social networks. In addition, self-neglect will be explored considering the difference between self-neglect and a lifestyle choice and how best to encourage a mutual plan in order to work towards better outcomes. It considers the benefits of early intervention in promoting mental health and well–being and will focus on supporting learners to develop a deeper understanding of the solution-based therapies available. This course is delivered using a range of methods and resources including: Case studies, group discussions, small group activities and DVD clips.

This course has been developed and mapped to:

  • British Psychological Society – A Psychological Perspective on Hoarding – DCP Good Practice Guidelines.
  • Skills for Care – The Common Core Principles to support good mental health and wellbeing in adult social care.
  • Safeguarding definition of Self-Neglect and the following QCF unit: Understanding Mental Health Problems.
  • Learning Outcomes:

  • What is Hoarding?
  • Understanding Comorbidity
  • Manifestations of Hoarding
  • Impact of Hoarding on the individual
  • What is Self-Neglect?
  • How to assess risk and plan in an effective manner
  • How to encourage a mutual response to positive outcomes
  • Delivery Method: Face-to-Face / Virtual Classroom

    Max delegates: 20

    Duration: Half Day

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