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Qualitative Insights on Maladaptive Daydreaming by Mauricio Samaan is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This document summarizes a qualitative study exploring the nature and experience of maladaptive daydreaming (MD). The study identified 6 patients from a trauma practice who engaged in extensive fantasy that interfered with functioning. Through analysis of interview transcripts, the study identified 9 themes of MD experiences that fell into 3 categories: functions (e.g. stress relief), themes (e.g. violence, idealized self), and dynamics (e.g. onset, kinesthetic elements). The study provides insight into the

Author

Mauricio Samaan

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