hyperfixation vs notion

hyperfixation

noun
  • A complete obsession or absorption in a subject or hobby to a point where a person appears to completely tune out their surroundings and where the person repeatedly returns to said subject or material. 

notion

noun
  • Mental apprehension of whatever may be known, thought, or imagined; idea, concept. 

  • A sentiment; an opinion. 

  • An invention; an ingenious device; a knickknack. 

  • Any small article used in sewing and haberdashery, either for attachment to garments or as a tool, such as a button, zipper, or thimble. 

  • Inclination; intention; disposition. 

How often have the words hyperfixation and notion occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )