The Challenge

Maladaptive Daydreaming (MD) is a recently identified psychological disorder characterized by excessively and addictively engaging in vivid and intensely emotional fantasy activity. Although daydreaming is seen as a normal mental activity, maladaptive daydreamers can spend hours a day daydreaming, thereby isolating themselves from their friends and family members. This addictive behavior impacts mental health, generates feelings of shame and guilt, and hinders the achievement of short and long-term goals. Despite this, MD is a newly researched entity and it is often deemed clinically insignificant in a clinical setting.

The solution

To overcome addiction is something that has been overly researched, but few studies have paid attention to treating Maladaptive Daydreaming (MD). Having chosen MD as the topic for my university thesis, I aim to use the knowledge acquired to design an App for maladaptive daydreamers. Alongside gamification techniques, Daydream aims to provide insight and encouragement to individuals suffering from this psychological condition.

Mission

Daydream is dedicated to helping maladaptive daydreamers understand, manage, and overcome their habits through supportive tools, guidance, and community.