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Academic resources & networks

There is a growing body of hoarding disorder research in the UK. This page maps the key networks, research groups, and recent publications.

Research networks

Where the research happens

UK Hoarding Research Network (UKHRN)

A cross-university academic network led by Professor Sharon Morein at Anglia Ruskin University. Brings together researchers from psychology, psychiatry, social care, anthropology and environmental health.

Contact: sharon.morein@aru.ac.uk

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Hoarding Research Group — Northumbria University

The Northumbria Hoarding Research Group, chaired by Professor Nick Neave, conducts empirical research on hoarding behaviour, treatment pathways, and multi-agency responses.

Recent publication: Understanding barriers to help-seeking in adults with hoarding behaviours (November 2025).

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From the field

Recent research

Understanding the barriers and facilitating factors to mental health help-seeking in adults with hoarding behavioursNorthumbria University · November 2025

Psychosocial interventions for hoarding disorder: a systematic reviewUniversity of Bath / Cardiff University · September 2024

Hoarding disorder: evidence and best practice in primary careMorein-Zamir & Ahluwalia, British Journal of General Practice · March 2023

Multi-agency model researchHaighton, Caiazza, Neave — Northumbria University · March 2023

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