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    1 year ago

    The term that wraps all this description up succinctly is “parasocial relationship” and it is not a healthy coping mechanism.

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      1 year ago

      it can be parasocial, but it doesn’t have to be. Neither does it have to be a coping mechanism. I still watch streams even if I get plenty of social interaction. I like streams specifically because I don’t have to be social, and can just relax.

      But yes, of course, it can be problematic, and it’s important to be aware of that. Especially since there are some content creator that exploit that phenomenon. That’s bad. But you can apply similar criticisms to video games, how they can exploit our psychology and make us addicted or want to spend money etc etc. Doesn’t mean all games are bad, or gaming is bad, either.

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      1 year ago

      Not everyone has to be damaged you know. I’m allowed to just watch content for entertainment.

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      Yeah man, nothings more parasocial than watching comedy. If you laugh at jokes a person tells with intent to make you laugh, thats a coping mechanism, and reddit tells me that makes it bad

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          1 year ago

          Careful, trying not to rustle jimmies is a pretty big sign of a parasocial relationship. You should probably talk to a health professional before it gets any worse

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            1 year ago

            You wound me, sir. (Just kidding)

            Tell your favorite streamer I say hello I guess 🤷‍♂️