Explore the evolving dynamics of parasocial relationships in the digital age. From TikTok’s digital roses to live-stream interactions, we delve into how monetization and gamification have transformed traditional one-sided bonds into “1.5-sided” connections. Discover the implications of gifting, emotional investment, and the blurred lines of intimacy in social media interactions. Unpacking both the positives, like community building and therapeutic disclosure, and the potential risks, such as exploitation and objectification, this video offers a thought-provoking look at how platforms shape modern connections.
Suggested Reading:
(a) Horton, D., & Wohl, R. (1956). Mass communication and para-social interaction: Observations on intimacy at a distance. Psychiatry, 19(3), 215-229.
(b) Kowert, R., & Daniel Jr. E., (2021). The one-and-a-half seed parasocial relationship: The curious case of live streaming. Computers in Human Behavior Reports.
(c) De Wit, J., Van der Kraan, A., & Theeuwes, J. (2020). Live streams on twitch help viewers cope with difficult periods in life. Frontiers in psychology, 11, 586975.
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