Friday, August 31, 2012

Resources (10 Links):

Articles:


  • One.
    An article that showcases the negative side of having obsessive fans. Outlines how far they go to be acknowledged by Justin Bieber (and "get near him"), as well as the inconvenience they cause to others staying at the hotel.
  • Two.
    Gives a list of examples of obsessive fans' actions, as well as outlines their key points (in regards to how they behave and think). The science behind their thinking is offered, which is useful.
  • Three.
    An entertainment journalist talks about how obsessive fans are making things harder for people (in relation to their jobs, personal lives and so on). She even quits her job out of fear. She talks about how fanaticism is growing worse and worse.
  • Four.
    This article shows the destructive nature of obsessive fans, going so far as to hurt (whether purposefully or not) their so-called "beloved" idol. A video is even presented of Park Yoochun being assaulted by the deranged fan.
  • Five.
    A Korean actor, Jang Geun Suk, sends a message to his obsessive fans about "limits," fed-up with constant and never-ending breaches of his privacy (no matter what country he is in).

Others:
  • Six: UK fans targeting celebrities out of loneliness; article.
  • Seven: detailed explanation of "sasaeng"/obsessive fans in the K-Pop industry; blog post.
  • Eight: fan explains how she was assaulted by manager of boy band; fan account.
  • Nine: video footage of fan and idol engaging in violence; YouTube video.
  • Ten: exploring the psychology of celebrity worship; book.