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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

I'll admit I haven't seen research yet on changes in empathy after media users interact with IRL people, but in terms of interacting with fictional media, the answer seems to be yes and in a positive direction.

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Next weekend at WonderCon, I'll be joined by my amazing colleagues in the industries of entertainment, content creation, and production for a live discussion about the profound impact fantasy storytelling has on our own personal journeys. @realtoddstashwick.bsky.social @brianward.bsky.social

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

With influencers/IRL relationships, some studies show that the relationship is more contingency based, e.g., buying the influencers products, supporting their brand, etc. These studies tend to include influencers with brands, though.

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Hi Nic! Yes, parasocial relationships (also called mediated relationships when in context of media connections) can exist in IRL contexts (influencers, content creators, online personalities, etc.). Some studies show that fictional parasocial relationships lead to more empathy!

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

That's amazing to hear! let us know what you'd like us to cover -- we're digging into lots of pop culture territory now and hoping to start with some new content after Gargoyles!

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

i would not have imagined how much worse it would get. I appreciate your message (and thank you for listening to the show) 🙏🏽

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DIANA LEE INOSANTO @dianaleeinosanto.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Still buzzing from #SDCC! Joined the Psychology of Star Trek vs Star Wars panel with Trek legend Ronald D. Moore while I repped the Force ✨⚔️. Bonus: ran into the hilarious @Jokoy AND Star Wars royalty, creator & production designer Doug Chiang! 💫 #StarWars #StarTrek

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Doing some science talks at Comic-Con this week...

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Presenting at San Diego Comic-Con with this awesome group of psychologists! Taking mental health science beyond academic settings into spaces like comic con not only raises the general public's awareness of our work but also encourages help-seeking, health promotion, & normalization of struggles.

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Star Warsologies @starwarsologies.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

We are hosting the #sandiegocomiccon panel: Star Wars Andor: From Resistance to Rebellion, moderated by @jamesjawa.bsky.social, with @jendiagammon.bsky.social, @drdrea.bsky.social & more! Will be chatting on the politics & psychology of our fave #Andor characters & moments. #sdcc (will be recorded!

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

Announcing the return of our Comic-Con panel series, THE PSYCHOLOGY OF STAR TREK VS. STAR WARS! This year, we're joined by Diana Lee Inosanto (Star Wars: Ahsoka) & Ronald D. Moore (Star Trek: The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine) ☄️✨🪐 San Diego Convention Center Friday, July 25th 8:30pm Room 29CD

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

Worked with the amazing folks at Steamroller Animation to support their vision of bringing character-driven stories to life! @steamrolleranim.bsky.social is an independent animation studio owned and operated by artists. It's a pleasure to be a part of their journey! 🔥🔥🔥! 🔥🔥🔥

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

I'll be visiting Santa Monica College in May with my Studio Ghibli + Mental Health workshop. All are welcome. More info here: www.smc.edu/calendar/ind...

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Bryant Dillon @comicbooksniffer.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Happening THIS SUNDAY! Resilience and compassion are key for creators in these chaotic times. Join @drdrea.bsky.social & @fanbasepress.bsky.social for a focus on building skills for psychological recovery by tapping into the human capacity for compassion. #BuildYourCommunity #Comics #Creators

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Shopping for Superman @shop4supedoc.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

A huge thanks go to @drdrea.bsky.social for her taking the time back in 2016 to talk about the value of identity in fandom at the Long Beach Comic Con and Expo. youtu.be/GfX2jxeakPU

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Dr. Andrea Letamendi and the Culture of Fandom

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

I'll be at WonderCon next Friday to discuss Batman villains! 🦇 Hope to see you there! Friday, March 28th @ 8pm in Room 300A Anaheim Convention Center

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Barbra Dillon @barbrajdillon.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

In these challenging times, we at @fanbasepress.bsky.social want offer every resource to our community to navigate a path forward. We're honored to partner with psychologist @drdrea.bsky.social for this discussion on building resilience. #MentalHealth #BuildYourCommunity

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Disaster distress is a very specific kind of mental health experience. The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) is a free counseling service for people experiencing emotional distress during the LA Fires. ☎️ The DDH is available 24/7, 365 days a year through SAMHSA ❤️‍🩹 Call or text 1-800-985-5990

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

Media consulting, while only a fraction of my work as a psychologist, has helped me grow and develop so much this year. Disseminating psychological science is accomplished in many ways - Highlighting just a few here as I look back on the year 😍

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

thank you so much! 😀

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

This week on our podcast, we covered HBO's The Penguin 🐧 It's a gripping and disturbing deep dive into a Batman villain's self-interested, vulnerable narcissism as he ascends the mob underworld of Gotham City. Listen here 👇🏾 + find The Arkham Sessions on iTunes! traffic.libsyn.com/thearkhamses...

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

So nice to see you here! Thank you for listening to the show! :D

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Thank you! I'm happy to be here.

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Hi! I am a psychologist who disseminates mental health science to broad spaces such as the entertainment, tech, and educational industries. Please introduce yourself if I don't already know/follow you! let's co-create a fun and helpful community!

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 09/12/2023

Writing about Miles Morales deepened my own reflections about thwarted belongingness, not fitting in, the in-betweenness some of us face in our search to matter in our world. I'm grateful I got to write this piece about Spider-Man and his journey to becoming a hero: www.fandom.com/articles/psy...

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 31/10/2023

Happy anniversary, X-Men Animated!!! The television series first debuted on Oct 31, 1992. We're thrilled to release our first episode covering X-Men! You can find The Arkham Sessions anywhere you listen to podcasts or you can listen to the first one here: traffic.libsyn.com/thearkhamses...

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 20/10/2023

Data gets his emotion chip, and I have some strong reactions. Our new episode covers the psychology of STAR TREK: GENERATIONS! Listen here: traffic.libsyn.com/thearkhamses...

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 23/09/2023

Aw, thank you, David! Happy to connect, Jon!

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 08/09/2023

Happy Star Trek Day! We've got not one, but TWO new episodes that dropped! Including our analysis of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. 🐋 Listen here: drdreapsychology.com/thearkhamses...

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 18/08/2023

Tomorrow! We're holding a special live episode of the show, starting with a watch-along of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. Join us on discord at 10am PDT: discord.gg/hYcmP4Ze

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 16/07/2023

Also! If you are not on strike and wonder how you can give support to those in the entertainment industry affected by the work stoppage, go to Entertainment Community Fund at entertainmentcommunity.org to donate toward programs offering financial assistance, housing relief, and counseling services.

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 16/07/2023

We need to pivot, friends. While we would have loved to have Todd join us at SDCC, the SAG-AFTRA strike is much more important. We support our friends and family in their commitment to fighting for sustainable, fair labor and wage practices. Our panel is still happening and we will update shortly!

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 13/07/2023

Comic-Con International is next week! Hope to see some of you there!

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 08/07/2023

We are baaaaaaack. Come hang out with us and our guests from Star Trek, Picard showrunner @terrymatalas.bsky.social and Captain Shaw himself @realtoddstashwick.bsky.social at our Comic-Con panel, "The Psychology of Star Trek Picard!" ______ Sat July 22, 7:00pm Rm 12 | Marriott Marquis

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Dr. Drea @drdrea.bsky.social · 06/07/2023

I've joined Blue Sky! Psych doc here, excited to create spaces for mental health awareness through authenticity, media, and storytelling. Let's have some fun!

dr drea wearing black headphones and a black sweater, with long, straight light brown hair, and smiling in front of a microphone

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