Download or read book Parasocial Experiences written by David C. Giles and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2024-10-25 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers key aspects of parasocial relationships (PSRs), or the relationships people have with media personalities, including fictional characters. The authors address social relationships vs. parasocial relationships as a continuum rather than a dichotomy. They also discuss prominent theories in psychology and how they should be applied to parasocial theory.