This expressive work features a dynamic figure rendered in bold black strokes against a light background. The figure appears to be in motion, with limbs stretched and twisted in a way that suggests inner tension or struggle. Loose, gestural lines in yellow, coral, and hints of blue accent the primary black form, creating a sense of energy and movement. The figure seems to be pulling or contorting, reflecting the "compulsions" referenced in the title. The spontaneous, sketch-like quality of the marks and the figure's distorted pose convey a raw emotional state. Splashes and drips of paint add to the work's urgent, immediate feeling, while empty space around the figure emphasizes its dramatic positioning.