2 definitions by Papa on Whidbey

This is an illness that is characterized by individuals, typically middle aged males, that are caught up in a never-ending cycle of handy man projects, many of which are not completed before the next one begins.
Ben was told he was no longer allowed to go to Home Depot after he was diagnosed with Home Improvement Syndrome by his wife. She said it was a HIS problem.
by Papa on Whidbey December 30, 2011
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An explosion of ideas and collaborative exchange of information with colleagues, office mates, clinical supervisors or spouses, caused by a localized anxiety-increasing reaction for the clinician needing ideas and/or inspiration for client care and may or may not involve the addition of an alcoholic beverage.

Often characterized by a sudden bursting into an anxiety-fueled monologue with, hopefully, another professional, regarding a complicated case that has one perplexed, feeling inadequate, hopeless, or in amazement about.
As soon as I got home from work I had a spontaneous consultation with my wife about an issue at work.
by Papa on Whidbey March 24, 2022
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