Hyperfixation

Hyperfixation is basically being obsessed or completely emerged in one subject or hobby.

Like if you really liked a sport and loved talking about it you loved making crafts and could do or talk about it for hours on end

Hyperfixations are common in people with ADHD and Autism, but can also be found in people with other mental illnesses.

I really love football my favorite is (insert favorite team here) , I could talk about them for hours! It must have something to do with my hyperfixations.

by KalitineTheCoolist December 27, 2020

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Hyperfixation

Used commonly by those with autism or ADHD, refers to an extreme and overwhelming interest in a game, show, book, movie, or other piece of media. Mentions of such media can cause intense euphoria and almost "awaken" a neurodivergent person.

These fixations may get to dangerous or intrusive proportions, where the fixator can only think or talk about their interests. They may even neglect their health to engage in it.

Hyperfixations may die out with time, turn on and off, or remain prominent for a majority of a person's life.

I gave this game a try and I haven't stopped thinking about it for a week straight. I hope this isn't another hyperfixation.

by maniacalcarnee October 9, 2025

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