Nostalgia can be seen as a form of escapism in that it allows individuals to temporarily escape from their present reality and immerse themselves in memories of the past.

Nostalgia and escapism are related in that both involve a longing for something that is not currently present. Escapism is the tendency to seek distraction and relief from unpleasant reality through various means such as entertainment, daydreaming, and fantasy.

This can be a way of coping with difficult or unpleasant situations in the present, by dwelling on happier or simpler times.