Tweens and teens enjoy time on their screens either watching You Tube, engaging on Facebook or feasting on videos on TikTok or other social media. They have a variety of social networks to choose from and this is where their admiration for the stars starts. Celebrity obsession is a natural part of growing up. From their celebrity crush, they get cues on how to dress, look and act. But in a world where celebs are no longer limited to actresses and musicians, how do you know that their obsession is out of control and how do help them choose a positive celebrity role model?
Is their consumption excessive?
If your child is obsessed with a celebrity to a point that it interferes with their life, then you should be worried. Warning signs of a potentially dangerous celebrity crush come when kids go to extremes and are negatively impacted. They may spend all their money and constantly ask for more money to try look like their favourite stars. If they go to the extent of wanting risky…
