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Comment by DDMH Lab on May 4, 2026 at 10:24am

Hello all!

My name is Seth Petel and I am a research assistant at the Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Laboratory at York University in Toronto, ON.

My supervisor and I are conducting a study on maladaptive daydreaming and dissociation in neurodivergent adults (aged 18+). To our knowledge, this is the first study looking directly at dissociation and maladaptive daydreaming in neurodivergent adults this comprehensively.

We are hoping that users of this site have a vested interest in formalized academic research on maladaptive daydreaming, especially as it relates to certain traits (such as ADHD, autism, repetitive behaviours, sensory processing issues, etc.) We would greatly appreciate your help if you are interested in participating!

Information about the study:

• Participation is anonymous.
• The study format is an online questionnaire that takes roughly 30-minutes to complete.
• We plan on submitting a paper to journal review once data collection and analysis is finished.
• We do not require formal diagnoses, self-identification is enough to qualify!
• This study has been approved by York University's Office of Research Ethics (ORE) Human Participants Review Committee (certificate # e2026-003).

If you are interested, please send a brief email to lpanetta@yorku.ca to receive the questionnaire link.

Thank you so much for your time and consideration!

Comment by Ori meidan on April 18, 2026 at 1:43pm

Link below

Hi everyone,

I'm Ori Meidan, a doctoral student at the Consciousness and Psychopathology Lab (Prof. Nirit Soffer-Dudek) and a member of the ICMDR. You can find my details on the ICMDR website.

We're running a study on how maladaptive daydreaming relates to autobiographical memory and self-concept, areas that don't get nearly enough research attention in MD, and that many of you have described experiencing in really significant ways.

What's involved: A set of self-report questionnaires and a few short tasks, done online, completely anonymous. It takes roughly 40 minutes in one sitting.

Who can participate: English-speaking adults (18+), anywhere in the world.

I realize 40 minutes is a real time commitment, and I don't want to understate that. The reason is that we're measuring things that are rarely studied together, and one of the goals of this work is to build the kind of evidence base that helps MD get taken more seriously in clinical and academic settings. That only happens with studies that are thorough enough to hold up.

If you're able to take part, it genuinely matters. Further details and contact info are in the consent form at the link. Participation is voluntary and you can stop at any time. Happy to answer any questions in the comments.

Study link: https://bgu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8dLiedio5SFow74

Comment by Huseyin Kerem Yanik on April 3, 2026 at 7:40am

Call for Participants for Online Study on Daydreaming

Hello,

I am a graduate student at Teachers College, Columbia University conducting a research study on daydreaming and emotion regulation flexibility.

You may participate if you:

• Are 18 years or older
• Are fluent in English

Participation involves completing an anonymous online survey that takes 20-25 minutes. No identifying information will be collected.

Participation is voluntary, and you may stop at any time.

Survey link:
https://tccolumbia.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_01V7VhXMdMj1lAy

Please feel free to share this study with others who may be eligible.

IRB Protocol Number: 26-243

Thank you for your time!

For questions, please contact:
Huseyin Kerem Yanik
Teachers College, Columbia University
hy2868@tc.columbia.edu

Comment by Ana Portelinha on March 2, 2026 at 7:39am

Participação em estudo

Olá a todos!

Sou estudante de psicologia em Portugal, e convido a participar no estudo que estou a desenvolver para o meu mestrado sobre a experiência interna de pessoas com Devaneio Excessivo. O meu interesse por este assunto vem do facto de eu também sofrer com isto, desde criança, e querer muito contribuir para o conhecimento existente sobre este fenómeno.

O meu estudo é intitulado "Entre o real e o imaginado: um estudo da experiência subjetiva do Devaneio Excessivo" e será focado na experiência pessoal de pessoas com devaneio excessivo. Os tópicos incluem o conteúdo dos devaneios (como temas, personagens, universos e gatilhos), como eles começam e terminam, como evoluíram ao longo do tempo, o seu impacto na sua vida diária (tanto positivo quanto negativo) e como as perceções dos outros podem influenciar a sua experiência.

Consistirá numa entrevista individual online comigo, com duração de aproximadamente uma hora. Os dados recolhidos serão confidenciais e só eu terei acesso a eles. Também pode fazer a entrevista com a câmara desligada, se se sentir mais confortável dessa forma.

Se é um adulto (acima dos 18 anos) que se identifica com o fenómeno do devaneio excessivo, fala inglês ou português e gostaria de compartilhar as suas experiências, por favor envie um e-mail para: 35362@ufp.edu.pt

Estou muito interessada em ouvir de você :)

Comment by Ana Portelinha on March 2, 2026 at 7:25am

Call for participants

Hello, everyone!

I'm a psychology student, and I am inviting you to participate in the study I'm developing for my master's thesis about the internal experience of people with Maladaptive Daydreaming. My interest in this subject comes from the fact that I also have MD, ever since I was a child, and I really want to contribute to the existing knowledge there is about this phenomenon.

My study is titled “Between the real and the imagined: a study of the subjective experience of Maladaptive Daydreaming” and it will be focused on your personal experience of daydreaming. Topics include the content of the daydreams (such as themes, characters, universes, and triggers), how they begin and end, how they have evolved over time, their impact on your life (both positive and negative), and how others’ perceptions may influence your experience.

It will consist of of a one-to-one online interview with me, lasting approximately one hour. The data collected will be confidential and only I will have access to it. You can also do the interview with your camera turned off, if you'd feel more comfortable that way.

If you are an adult (over 18 years-old) who identifies with the phenomenon of Maladaptive Daydreaming, speak either English or Portuguese, and would like to share your experiences, please email me at: 35362@ufp.edu.pt

I am very interested in hearing from you :)

Comment by Ori meidan on January 23, 2026 at 2:43am

Call for participants

How do our inner worlds shape our sense of self? The Consciousness and Psychopathology Lab at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, directed by Prof. Nirit Soffer-Dudek, invites you to contribute to a pioneering study exploring the intricate connections between maladaptive daydreaming, autobiographical memory, and self-concept. Led by Ori Meidan, a doctoral researcher and member of the International Consortium for Maladaptive Daydreaming Research (ICMDR), this project represents a vital step toward establishing a deeper diagnostic understanding and formal recognition of maladaptive daydreaming within the global scientific community.

We are currently seeking English-speaking adults aged 18 and older to share their experiences through this anonymous online platform. Your participation involves completing a series of self-report questionnaires and engaging in brief, specialized tasks designed to capture the nuances of cognitive and psychological processes. While the study requires approximately 40 minutes of your time, this depth of data is precisely what allows us to build the rigorous evidence base needed to advocate for better clinical awareness and specialized support for those who experience these symptoms.

By participating, you are directly supporting a broader movement to bridge the gap between individual experience and academic recognition. Your contribution is entirely voluntary, and you remain free to withdraw at any time. For a full overview of the study’s ethical framework and objectives, please visit the consent form at the link provided below. We sincerely value your time and your commitment to advancing our understanding of the human mind.

Study Link: https://bgu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8dLiedio5SFow74

Comment by Giada Claudia Sbezzi on January 16, 2026 at 5:19am

Call for italian partecipants - University of Catania

Salve a tutti, mi chiamo Giada, sono una specializzanda in Psicologia Clinica e faccio parte di un gruppo di ricerca sul MD, stiamo cercando dei volontari che desiderino partecipare a una nuova ricerca sul rapporto tra Maladaptive Daydreaming e Sogni Notturni: il contributo di ogni persona che desiderasse partecipare è assolutamente prezioso.
È possibile partecipare alla ricerca in due modi:
- Questionario Online: riguarda l’esperienza di MD, le caratteristiche oniriche e altri aspetti psicologici; richiederà circa 15-20 minuti di compilazione e sarà del tutto anonimo.
-Intervista online (facoltativa): riguarda il rapporto tra MD e sogni notturni; i risultati dell’intervista saranno pubblicati in forma del tutto anonima.

Link per la compilazione del questionario: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfx49jBD_ukH6Ce1EayFUeDORH...

 

Comment by Keeley on November 25, 2025 at 1:05pm

Participants wanted for research study

Title of Study: Exploring Therapeutic Experiences of Maladaptive Daydreaming: Insights from an Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy perspective

You are invited to take part in a research study examining the experiences of individuals who engage in maladaptive daydreaming (MD) and who have previously received therapy in which their daydreaming was openly discussed, explored, or addressed. The purpose of this study is to explore how people who experience maladaptive daydreaming (MD) have found therapy when this aspect of their life was discussed or worked on.

Maladaptive daydreaming here means spending long periods in vivid, immersive daydreams that feel hard to control. These daydreams often interfere with everyday life, such as work, study, social activities, or sleep. People who experience MD may feel a strong urge to return to their daydreams and have regular and multiple daydreams on a daily basis.

 

This is a study as part of a Masters Degree dissertation, and has full ethical approval.

Who Can Take Part?
You may be eligible to participate if:

• You are over 18
• You identify as someone who has experienced maladaptive daydreaming, and
• You have engaged in any form of psychological therapy (e.g., counselling, psychotherapy, CBT, online therapy, etc.) in which your daydreaming was discussed or explored

This will involve an online interview that will last between 45-60 minutes.

 

Interested in Participating?

You can read through this consent form and interview questions, and I will get in contact with you:

Participant information sheet and consent form for MD Study – Fill ...

If you would like more information or would like to take part, please contact:
Keeley Mountford at k.mountford3@unimail.derby.ac.uk

Thank you for considering contributing to this important research. Your experiences and perspectives are highly valued.

Comment by Elena on June 15, 2025 at 4:54am

PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH ON MALADAPTIVE DAYDREAMING

 

Do you experience excessive daydreaming?

Do you make great efforts to hide your imaginary life?

Do you feel misunderstood and unable to explain what's happening to you?

Excessive daydreaming has been an unknown topic until recently. But the future is encouraging, and your collaboration is crucial.

If you suffer from excessive daydreaming and you are of legal age, you may contribute to a better understanding of what you experience every day by participating in this research project at the University of Murcia.

The survey is completely anonymous, takes only about 15 minutes, and you'll be shedding light on this condition and its treatment. If you're interested, please click the link below.

https://forms.gle/fTX69MwMyhV15Dhf6

 

Thank you very much for your collaboration!!!

Comment by Urfan Mustafali on May 7, 2025 at 3:47am

Call for Participants: Research Study on Maladaptive Daydreaming
We are conducting a research study on maladaptive daydreaming as part of a master’s thesis in Clinical Psychology at the Psychology department of University of Economics and Human Sciences in Warsaw.

The online survey takes approximately 10–15 minutes to complete.
Corresponding researcher: Urfan Mustafali
Supervisor: Dr. Piotr Kałowski
Eligibility criteria:
– Age 18 or older
– English proficiency at B2 level or above
If you meet the criteria and are interested in contributing to psychological research, you can access the survey through the following link:

https://forms.office.com/e/1TwtrC7mf1

For any questions or further information, please contact:
urfan.mustafali11@gmail.com

We would greatly appreciate your participation and encourage you to share the study with others who may be eligible.

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