The attraction of the celebrity: sociocultural Flashcards
What are such explanations based on
SLT - celebs act as role models
Why might we imitate celebs
Belief that imitation will bring us same degree of attractiveness and success
What are parasocial relationships
Individual attracted to other, but other usually unaware of existence
What do PS relationships occur outside of
Individuals real network of friends
Why might PS relationships be appealing
Few demands
No risk of criticism/rejection
Who are people most likely to form a PS relationship with?
TV celebs - attractive and similar in some form to viewer (Shiappa meta analysis)
What is an important additional factor in the likelihood of a PS relationship?
Act in real/believable way so viewers can compare how they themselves would act
What is a common belief as to why PS relationships are formed?
Dysfunctional
Formed on basis of loneliness
What research was unsupportive of assertion PS relationships are formed on basis of loneliness?
Meta analysis - loneliness not a predictor of PS
People who form them are MORE socially motivated
What benefits might arise from PS relationships?
Social Benefits
Models of social behaviour and opp. to learn cultural values
What did a soap opera study find regarding PS benefits?
Exposed to same characters repeatedly - reduced uncertainty about IRL social relationships
What is the Absorption Addiction Model?
Most never go beyond simply admiring
Motivational forces may become addictive
Why might motivational forces behind admiration become addictive?
Extreme behaviours to sustain satisfaction with P/S relationship
How many levels in AAM
3
What are the 3 AAM Levels
Entertainment Social
Intense Personal
Borderline Pathological
