APS

2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025

Maladaptive Daydreaming in the Workplace

Washington, DC · May 2025

Poster · Industrial/Organizational

Session: Poster Session VII - Research Proposal Posters

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Abstract

Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is intense and excessive daydreaming that leads to distress and poor interpersonal relationships. MD is a coping mechanism against stress or negative environments. With the prevalence of work stress in the US, this study will examine the workplace, maladaptive daydreaming, and its emotional and wellbeing outcomes.

Stress