Various psychologists have suggested that there is a tendency to form parasocial relationships in adolescence and adulthood because of attachment difficulties in early childhood.
Bowlby’s attachment theory suggested such early difficulties may lead to emotional troubles later in life
Which attachment type is most likely to form parasocial relationship as adults?
Insecure-avoidant: they need to have unfulfilled needs met, but in a relationship that is not accompanied by the threat of rejection, break-up and disappointment that real-life relationships bring.
Insecure-avoidant attitude towards parasocial relationships
They prefer to avoid pain and rejection of relationships altogether, whether they be social or parasocial
