A Warm TV Can Drive Away Feelings Of Loneliness And Rejection
Thursday, April 23, 2009 - 10:29
in Psychology & Sociology
Not all technology meets human needs, and some technologies provide only the illusion of having met your needs. But new research by psychologists indicates that illusionary relationships with the characters and personalities on favorite TV shows can provide people with feelings of belonging, even in the face of low self esteem or after being rejected by friends or family members.