Copy from psychology today /www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/stigma-addiction-and-mental-health/202502/the-psychology-of-sports-fandom-balancing-wins-and
The "fan mentality" is a psychological state driven by deep emotional investment, where individuals align their personal identity and self-esteem with an external entity, such as a sports team, musical artist, or fictional universe. It fulfills fundamental human needs for community, belonging, and shared purpose. ..... more , open the link
/www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/stigma-addiction-and-mental-health/202502/the-psychology-of-sports-fandom-balancing-wins-and
The "fan mentality" is a psychological state driven by deep emotional investment, where individuals align their personal identity and self-esteem with an external entity, such as a sports team, musical artist, or fictional universe. It fulfills fundamental human needs for community, belonging, and shared purpose. ..... more , open the link