DiscoverThe TakeAre Parasocial Relationships Making Us Miserable, On Screen & In Real Life?
Are Parasocial Relationships Making Us Miserable, On Screen & In Real Life?

Are Parasocial Relationships Making Us Miserable, On Screen & In Real Life?

Update: 2025-11-07
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When does being a fan go too far? And could these intense attachments actually secretly be making us miserable? It’s actually a surprisingly complex problem, because while being a fan can undoubtedly bring joy into our lives, there’s also a dark side that’s been growing more and more intense in recent years. How do we know where the line with parasocial relationships really is? Let’s take a look at how this behavior plays out on screen and in real life to get a deeper understanding of the real issue…

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Are Parasocial Relationships Making Us Miserable, On Screen & In Real Life?

Are Parasocial Relationships Making Us Miserable, On Screen & In Real Life?

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