Tell Us Your Celeb Crushes...
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The celebrities we dream of dating can reveal what we're attracted to, what we crave...and even what we lack.
Below, we'll ask you to input 1 to 3 celebrity crushes. Then, we'll run your answers through an advanced algorithm that taps into a worldwide database of personality and relational psychology to reveal your biggest problem when it comes to love. Basically, we're going to read you to filth. Enjoy!
The Psychology of Celebrity Crushes
It doesn't really make sense: dreaming about a romantic relationship with someone you'll (likely) never meet might seem like a total bummer. But scientists who study para-social relationships actually disagree.
There's a lot of evidence to suggest that celebrity crushes might improve mental health and decrease feelings of loneliness. Just like watching a TV show or sitting in a big classroom filled with people, spending time with others (even when it's not direct, 1:1 conversation) can help us reap some of the benefits of socialization. And surprisingly, this extends to the time we spend watching or engaging with our favorite celebrity's content. A from-afar, para-social relationship is also stress-free, fun and glamorous relative to normal relationships. While para-social relationships and celebrities crushes absolutely are not a substitute for real human connection, they can serve as a supplemental tool to fight loneliness.
So, don't feel bad if you have your own celebrity crush or two! You might actually be benefiting from an additional positive social outlet. Just remember to maintain your connections with people you know in real life as well!
