compulsivity
/kəmˌpʌlˈsɪvɪti/
Definition
A mental health trait characterized by an irresistible urge to perform repetitive behaviors or follow rigid routines, often regardless of external outcomes.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'compulsus', the past participle of 'compellere' (to drive together or force). It entered English via the adjective 'compulsive', referring to a state of being driven by internal pressures.
In the news
In this article, researchers contrasted the behavior of depressed users with those exhibiting high levels of compulsivity. While depressed users were heavily influenced by social media feedback, individuals with high compulsivity posted consistently regardless of the likes they received.
Social media likes may have a bigger influence on people with depression
Read the full article ↗Medical Xpress