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88. The psychology of dreams

The Psychology of your 20s

The Link Between Maladaptive Daydreaming and ADHD/Anxiety in Adults

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Daydreaming is common among adults with anxiety or ADHD, with about 20% experiencing it. It may be a subtle symptom of ADHD, particularly among girls and women. ADHD individuals have hyper focus, are easily distracted, and have impaired self-regulation. Maladaptive daydreaming is not an official diagnosis but a term used to describe the behavior. It is not recognized in the DSM. You can take the maladaptive test to identify it.

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