Is it normal to be obsessed with people in authority - mainly teachers or therapists/ psychologists?
When I was 10 I became obsessed with my high school teacher. This is by far the most intense obsession I have had for anyone. It got to a point towards the end that I almost got arrested. I never thought I would ever feel anything for anyone else at the time of my obsession for her but then when she started to become more distant from me I started to have 'mini ' obsessions for other teachers. These obsessions were nowhere as strong as the feelings for my other teacher but I would feel the need to know things aboutthem. I would research them on the internet and take note of any personal thing they used to tell about themselves. I wasn't over my obsession for the first teacher but I was able to have little feelings for other teachers. When I left school I then became a little bit obsessed with my college tutor. At one point we was sat in the office and I thought that it was my other teacher in her body and I thought she was following me.. I also had an obsession with my therapist.
12 Answers to "Is it normal to be obsessed with people in authority - mainly teachers or therapists/ psychologists?"
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I think the intensity which you're talking about might be outside what a lot of people would consider "normal," but that really isn't relevant. What's relevant is whether or not your obsessions make it hard for you to function.
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It does effect my ability to function in a way I guess because I don't think I will ever be able to have a normal relationship I.e, someone my own age or of same social status. I am only able to feel for people much older than me. I think it's because I trust them. Sex also has a big part in this I think. I don't know why but whenever someone has tried having sex with me before I become really scared and depressed and start thinking of death.I don't know why this is? I always have to have an obsession for someone now no matter where I go. For example at work and previously at college. At work I started to become obsessed with the psychiatric nurse that worked there but then she moved. I find it easier to move on from these mini obsessions then. I did with my high school teacher. I feel like if I don't have an obsession over someone then life is pointless and I go back to thinking about weird thoughts about the world and am I and the people around me real or is it just a game or a simulation?? I don't know why I'm like this. I don't feel like I am similar to anyone else. I feel disconnected - even to my family. I can never be my true self. I don't even know who I am. Most people my age have normal relationships and seem to be comfortable with themselves and in their relationships. It also doesn't matter whether the person I have an obsession for is male of female. At one point I was certain I was gay but now I'm not so sure as I really like my driving instructor and he is male. Do you think this will all just go away in time or is there something seriously wrong with me? Sorry for writing so much I'm just so confused.
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I have had obsessions for some of my teachers and some employers too... though, it didn't get past the fantasy stage... though, I think two of them knew and were flattered.
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I get obsessions with teachers too.
And I do become slightly stalkerish.
Remembering every little thing they say about their personal lives. Lol.
You're not the only one ;)Like (2)
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Who are you, Hermione Granger?
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no, its not normal, you might have a chemical imbalance you need meds for
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I think it's normal to be obsessed in that you want to know a lot about the person. It's similar to being a fan of a celebrity or anything really. It feels good to know lots of details about them and feel like an expert on them, or like you know them. This is pretty harmless. What's not normal is physically stalking the person e.g trying to contact them at home or going to their home.
It's fine to be fascinated with a person so long as you are respectful, and honour their rights to privacy.Like (1)
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It is normal to like people in a position of power over you but obsession is never normal. It sounds like you are lonely but I could be wrong so don't take offense. You need to calm down and move slowly. That's the best way you'll actually find someone to keep.
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You were in high school when you were 10?
It's not uncommon to fall for a teacher, especially if you enjoy the subject. It is really a confusion between love of the subject and love of the person. Learning is a pleasant experience that can also be stressful. It's not at all uncommon to find others more attractive when you are stressed.Like (1)
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You might have Pure O. It's OCD without the compulsive component.
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Maybe.
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Yes and i think its all because of this -
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Posted by grayday104 Nov 23rd, 2012 at 5:31PM
When is obsession normal?
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