Parasocial Connections
Summary
This study explores how people connect with fictional characters in media. If you participate, you will watch a short video, write about a personal challenge, and complete a few short questionnaires. The questions are designed to be reflective and introspective, asking you to describe your thoughts and feelings. The study will take about 30 minutes. Your answers will be anonymous, and no personal information will be collected.
Eligibility
Eligible ages: 18 to 120
Accepts healthy participants: Yes
Inclusion criteria:
1. You must be at least 18 years old.
2. You should be fluent in English.
3. You must be willing to watch a short video, write about a personal experience, and answer a few questions.
4. You should be comfortable reflecting on your emotions and personal challenges.
5. You need to have access to the internet and be able to complete the study online.
Participate
Fill out the following form if you want to participate in this research
Collection of personal information
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Additional information
Contact information
Jelka Denter School of Creative and Performing Arts, Drama University of Calgary
Principal investigator:
Jane MacFarlane
Clinical trial:
No
REB-ID:
REB25-0041