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Thinks Jimin is her boyfriend
My friend thinks kpop start jimin is her boyfriend this parasocial relationship has gone too far. What to do ?
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Hi.. it could be an erotomanic delusion. However will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment
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Delusion can be there, please meet for assessment
Early intervention at right time will be profitable
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It can be signs suggesting Mania if is a case
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Please reach out to a psychiatrist for a detailed assessment.
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When a parasocial attachment goes this far believing a celebrity is her boyfriend it’s a sign of emotional dependence and possible loss of reality testing, not just “fan behavior.” This usually happens when someone is lonely, emotionally deprived, or escaping unmet needs. Avoid mocking or directly confronting her belief; that can make her defensive and more attached. Instead, gently ground her in reality by focusing conversations on her real life, emotions, stressors, and relationships, and observe if this belief is affecting her daily functioning, work, or social life. If she shows rigidity, distress, or withdrawal from real relationships, professional help is important.
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Hey, we need more details to evaluate her and to help her.
Please make her consult a psychiatrist.
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You can reach out for online consultation too
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Dr. Sanjana Ilavarasu
Psychiatrist
3 yrs exp
Bangalore
Could be a delusion of love / erotomanic delusion . Must be evaluated to rule out psychotic disorders eg : PDD or schizophrenia or rule out bipolar disorder. Kindly get her evaluated by a qualified psychiatrist. This requires calibrated medication and management.
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Ms. Sheetal Kusumbe
Counselling Psychologist
21 yrs exp
Thane
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your concern here.
Your friend seems to be having an underlying need of real acceptance of self and thereafter forming real connections.
It could be a shield that safeguards oneself by fulfilling the expectations of a real connection from a parasocial one.
Professional evaluation can help in assessing the intensity and extent of the behavioral concern.
Professional guidance can gradually help with self awareness, establishing workable boundaries around media consumption, developing new hobbies, and understanding the sustainability factor of such behaviour, investing in real connections.
Kindness, care and support can facilitate progressive healing.
You can consult for further professional guidance.
I wish you and your friend All the Best!
Happy Healthy Living!
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Dr. Indraja Sharma
Psychiatrist
7 yrs exp
Kota
This may be a parasocial belief; if she genuinely believes he is her real boyfriend and it affects functioning, it can indicate a delusional belief.
Approach her non-confrontationally, avoid arguing about reality, and encourage a psychiatric evaluation. Early assessment helps clarify whether this is intense fandom, anxiety, or a psychotic spectrum issue and guide treatment.
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