Have you ever been a fan of someone famous and just KNOW that the two of you would be friends if you met? That’s known as a parasocial relationship. But are parasocial relationships normal? Are they safe? What does the object of affection get from the relationship?

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SOURCES:

https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/parasocial-relationships-online-cancelling-bon-appetit

Parasocial Relationships: The Nature of Celebrity Fascinations

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parasocial_interaction