Usually the maladaptive daydreamer recognises the excessiveness of their compulsion to daydream. In many cases, although not all, the maladaptive daydreamer does their daydreaming while listening to music, that is, they are addicted to a combination of daydreaming and music. I propose the following model of maladaptive daydreaming: Arts & Ideas. Zoning Out Why do Why They constantly daydream. Why So I understand you when you say that its cutting into your school work and I also understand when you say you get anxious when you don't do it. Yes, this includes gesturing, clapping and any other compulsive behaviors you do while daydreaming. If she daydreams when alone, maybe she’s got an active and creative imagination . Daydream