I'm in shock right now....

**kimlovescats** · 04-20-2008, 01:31 PM

I think that most (maybe not all) of the hoarders start off with good intentions but their lack of mental stability and ability to reason, ends up taking over and they quickly become overwhelmed. I also believe that some of them already have problems with self-esteem and possibly loneliness and tend to cling to their pets for feelings of self-worth. Unfortunately that too is bound to diminish once they realize they can no longer care for them. It really is a sad situation from all aspects.

**Medusa** · 04-20-2008, 01:41 PM

Originally Posted by kimlovescats

I think that most (maybe not all) of the hoarders start off with good intentions but their lack of mental stability and ability to reason, ends up taking over and they quickly become overwhelmed. I also believe that some of them already have problems with self-esteem and possibly loneliness and tend to cling to their pets for feelings of self-worth. Unfortunately that too is bound to diminish once they realize they can no longer care for them. It really is a sad situation from all aspects.

How true.