Julie Klausner

I've tried open-ended jobs and found myself incredibly unhappy. I don't like the monomania of showing up every day and doing the same thing. I don't know where my next cheque is coming from, I don't know where my next job is coming from, I have really sketchy health insurance, but I need variety in my life.

American Author

Neil Peart

Drumming completely eclipsed my life from age 13, when I started drum lessons. Everything disappeared. I'd done well in school up until that time. I was fairly adjusted socially up until that time. And I became completely monomania, obsessed all through my teens. Nothing else existed anymore.

Canadian Musician

Andrew Adonis, Baron Adonis

For me, no one aspect of the Brexit debate displays so markedly the monomania of many Brexiteers as does the Irish question.

British Politician

Monomania suggests an unhealthy, excessive interest beyond normal hobby levels.

Negative Connotation

Used in everyday language, not necessarily referring to a medical condition.

Not Clinical

Monomania often implies others might view the behavior as odd or excessive.

Potential Disapproval

In medical or academic contexts, it implies a pathological focus that may need treatment.

Medical Context

Implies a serious mental health issue when used in a medical or psychological context.

Serious Implication

Should be used carefully to avoid misrepresenting someone's behavior as a medical issue.

Used with Caution

Highlights a person's extreme enthusiasm, perhaps overshadowing other interests.