study addiction
[/ˈstʌdi əˈdɪkʃən/]
nounpl: study addictions
vício em estudar
1. An excessive or compulsive need to study that interferes with normal daily activities, relationships, or well-being; an unhealthy obsession with academic work
Her study addiction meant she spent 12 hours every day with her textbooks, neglecting sleep and social activities.
O vício dela em estudar significava que ela passava 12 horas todos os dias com seus livros, negligenciando o sono e atividades sociais.
2. A psychological condition characterized by compulsive studying behavior driven by anxiety, perfectionism, or external pressures rather than genuine interest
His study addiction stemmed from pressure to maintain a perfect GPA and secure a place at an elite university.
O vício dele em estudar provinha da pressão em manter uma média perfeita e garantir uma vaga em uma universidade de elite.
Study addiction is increasingly recognized in both Brazilian and American educational contexts, particularly among high school and university students. In Brazil, this phenomenon has grown with competitive university entrance exams (ENEM). In the USA, it's often associated with the pressure to maintain high GPAs for college admissions. The condition is sometimes romanticized as 'dedication' but mental health professionals increasingly acknowledge it as a form of compulsive behavior linked to anxiety and perfectionism that requires intervention.
NYC Slang
being a study grind / study junkie / hitting the books 24/7
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