👉 Overelaboration is a concept in psychology that refers to a phenomenon where individuals tend to overstate or exaggerate their abilities, experiences, thoughts, or emotions. This can be caused by a variety of factors such as perfectionism, low self-esteem, anxiety, or other psychological conditions. In the context of language and communication, overelaboration can manifest in a variety of ways, including excessive use of idiomatic expressions, exaggerated body language, or overly detailed explanations for actions or thoughts.
