The Psychology of Celebrity Scandals: Why We Criticize and How to Focus on Our Own Lives

The Psychology of Celebrity Scandals: Why We Criticize and How to Focus on Our Own Lives

Question from a Reader:
When celebrities get involved in scandals, they are often heavily criticized by the media and on social media. Why are there so many people who want to attack others’ lives? Personally, I have no interest in other people’s scandals.

The Psychology Behind Interest in Others’ Scandals

Recently, while having coffee with friends, we got into a lively