The Science of Parasocial Relationships - Why the Manipulation, Stalking, and Addiction to Streamers
0Parasocial relationships explained: simps are good, stan'ing for Pokimane is in fashion - and the science proves it. Let's deep dive into the science and psychology behind parasocial relationships, and use those findings to prove that parasocial relationships are useful if built properly.
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Videos Referenced:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22yoaiLYb7M (Ted Talk)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ4DpNQDdvg (Poki Drama 1)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoGZZfzEkmM (Poki Drama 2)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u0LaqEMT-g (The Imitation Game Scene)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzyQbfh4t_8&t=758s (Ludwig's I Am Not Your Friend video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcC2GHqXV0c (Donation Reactions for Intro)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSZxmZmBfnU (Judy Garland - Oz)
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Academic Papers Cited in this Video
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