The human imagination has birthed our greatest artistic achievements, scientific breakthroughs, and technological innovations. Yet for those experiencing maladaptive daydreaming, this same creative faculty becomes both...
The Co-occurrence of Maladaptive Daydreaming with ADHD, OCD, Depression, and Anxiety
Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is increasingly recognized as a complex psychological phenomenon that frequently co-occurs with other mental health conditions. While not yet formally classified as a disorder in diagnostic...
Maladaptive Daydreaming and Depression: Understanding the Connection
Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is a relatively newly recognized psychological phenomenon characterized by extensive fantasy activity that replaces human interaction and interferes with daily functioning. Since Eli Somer...
Is Maladaptive Daydreaming a Behavioral Addiction?
In recent years, maladaptive daydreaming (MD) has gained increasing recognition as a distinct psychological phenomenon that affects many individuals worldwide. As researchers delve deeper into understanding this...

How Schema Therapy Fights The Psychological Effects of Systemic Trauma and Oppression
Schema therapy offers a powerful framework for addressing systemic oppression and promoting social justice. By focusing on deeply ingrained patterns of thought and behavior, this approach provides unique insights into...

Is Schema Therapy the Same as DBT?
When it comes to treating mental health disorders, particularly Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), several therapeutic approaches are available. Two of the most popular are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and...

Maladaptive Daydreaming: When Fantasy Becomes Problematic
Daydreaming is a common and often harmless activity that most people engage in regularly. However, for some individuals, daydreaming can become excessive and interfere with daily life - a condition known as maladaptive...

Limerence: When a Crush Becomes an Obsession
Have you ever felt an overwhelming, all-consuming attraction to someone that lasted for months or even years? Did thoughts of this person dominate your waking hours, affecting your mood, productivity, and...

Understanding Schema Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by intense emotional instability, self-image issues, and impulsive behaviors. It can significantly impact a person's ability to maintain...