Ep 6. Brian / Coral

Brian is a man in his forties who is grappling with various issues that stem from his hoarding disorder. Like many others who deal with this problem, Brian has a difficult time getting rid of things he perceives as valuable- even if they are no longer useful or functional in any way. His hoard has reached a point where he can no longer lie to himself about the impact it's having on his life- the piles of items have taken up most of his space, and he's found himself sleeping on the floor because there's no room for a bed.

In addition to his hoarding tendencies, Brian is also dealing with depression that has only grown worse as his home has become more and more cluttered. He tells the camera crews that he's worried about the future and what his inability to part with things might mean for his overall well-being. He's ready to make a change, but doesn't know how to start.

The episode also features Coral, a woman who has been living in squalor for years. Her hoard has spilled over into every part of her home and left her living in absolute squalor. In many ways, Coral's situation is much more dire than Brian's. In addition to the heaps of garbage and debris that she's accumulated, there are also signs of animal infestation throughout her living space.

Coral's daughter is the one who has called on the hoarders team to come in and help. Her mother has been living in near isolation and has pushed away most of her family and friends. The last time her daughter visited, she found that Coral had been living without hot water or electricity for months. She's worried about her mother's safety and the toll that this living situation is taking on her overall health.

As the professionals begin working with both Brian and Coral, we see the emotional toll of hoarding and the reasons why people struggle to part with possessions. Brian is forced to reckon with the idea that many of the things he's keeping are not actually valuable and is challenged to think critically about how he might repurpose items. Coral, on the other hand, struggles with the idea of letting go of things that have sentimental value- items she believes are inextricably linked to her identity.

As we watch the transformation that takes place in both homes, we see how much of an impact hoarding can have on every aspect of a person's life- from their relationships to their physical well-being. By the end of the episode, both Brian and Coral have made significant progress in getting rid of items and are learning how to live in a space that's more conducive to their overall mental and physical health. We also see how much work remains to be done, however, and get a sense of the ongoing emotional and psychological struggles that come with hoarding disorder.

Overall, this episode of Hoarders is a poignant reminder of the importance of addressing mental health issues and the impact that they can have on individuals and families alike. The hoarders team provides a compassionate and empathetic approach to the problem of hoarding and offers hope to those who may be struggling with this issue in their own lives.