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Screaming fans and overzealous stans — the psychology of fandom

All In The Mind

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Exploring the experience of becoming a fan, this chapter delves into the psychology behind fandoms, discussing the phenomenon of fan communities, toxic behaviors that can arise, and the role of identity in fan affiliations.

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