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Social Media is now Parasocial Media

The article argues that social media has fundamentally shifted into "parasocial media," where users primarily engage in one-sided, observational relationships with content creators and influencers rather than reciprocal interactions with peers. This transformation reflects how platforms now prioritize asymmetrical, broadcast-style communication over genuine social connection.

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