The idea of parasocial relationships assumes that:
A) We establish relationships with media characters just as we do with other people
B) We do not establish relationships with media characters just as we do with other people
C) We are attracted to media characters who are very different from ourselves
D) We do not experience loss in parasocial relationships as we do in personal relationships

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The idea of parasocial relationships suggests that individuals can form emotional connections with media characters and treat them as if they were real people. This implies that we can establish relationships with media characters just as we do with other individuals, which supports option A. Option B is incorrect as parasocial relationships refer to the formation of relationships between individuals and media figures, implying that such relationships can exist. Option C and D are both incorrect as there is no evidence to suggest that individuals are more attracted to media characters who are very different from ourselves, or that we do not experience loss in parasocial relationships.

The Idea of Parasocial Relationships Assumes That