A behaviour pattern characterized by an urgent and persistent need to feel busy or productive, and often an anxious, excessive preoccupation with work at the expense of relaxation and socializing.
Origin
1970s.
Definition of hurry sickness in US English:
hurry sickness
noun
Psychology
A behaviour pattern characterized by an urgent and persistent need to feel busy or productive, and often an anxious, excessive preoccupation with work at the expense of relaxation and socializing.