These two have meanings that overlap; a dream can be an obsession. In general, if you admire someones intentions you would be more likely to refer to them as a dream, and if you disapprove you would be more likely to refer to them as an obsession. Obsession has some connotation of mental illness, for example, there is a mental illness called obsessive compulsive disorder. Dreams, in comparison, carry some connotation of nobility. We dare to dream great dreams.
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A dream is a desired goal or aspiration, while an obsession is an excessive preoccupation or fixation with a particular thing or idea. Dreams are typically positive and motivate individuals, while obsessions can be detrimental and consuming, affecting one's well-being.
An obsession is an unwanted and intrusive thought that causes distress or anxiety. A compulsion is a repetitive behavior or mental act that a person feels driven to perform in response to an obsession, often in an attempt to reduce anxiety or prevent a feared outcome.
A person with an uncontrolled obsession can be referred to as being fixated, fixated, or consumed by their obsession.
Tyrophilia is the term used to describe an obsession or love for cheese. It is a specific form of food fetishism.
Obsession can be dangerous as it can consume a person's thoughts and behaviors, leading to neglect of other important aspects of life like relationships, work, and self-care. It can also lead to unhealthy or risky behaviors as the person becomes fixated on fulfilling their obsession at any cost. Additionally, excessive obsession can impact mental and emotional well-being, potentially leading to anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues.
Intrapsychic refers to processes within an individual's mind, such as thoughts, emotions, and conflicts. Interpsychic refers to interactions and relationships between individuals, involving communication, understanding, and dynamics between people.