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...them - "parasocial," or imagined ones. That means that some of the benefits people get from pseudo relationships with celebrities may be the same as those reaped from real friendships and real-life interactions. It's just a matter of degree. So it's O.K. to get caught up in Palinmania if her example makes you feel better about your chaotic life of juggling work and family - as long as you realize she won't be there to talk you through your next family crisis...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Celebrity Worship: Good for Your Health? | 9/15/2008 | See Source »

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