Obsessive Compulsive Spartanism (OCS)

Abstract

Decluttering Marie Kondo-style where “less is more” can be a good thing. But what if it “hijacks” one’s decluttering efforts? In her poster presentation, Ruth Egbom from Nigeria, will share her compare-contrast study on how Obsessive Compulsive Spartanism (OCS) can become a problem. In her poster presentation, Ruth hopes to address and raise her audience members’ awareness on why some people can’t bear the thought of “any stuff hanging around the house,” or “decluttering their space”, and whether there’s any link between hoarding and compulsive discarding. The presenter will also discuss how ERP therapy may be a good choice for treating OCS.