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Cohen, Elizabeth. Hoffner, Cynthia. “Finding meaning in a celebrity’s death: The relationship between para-social attachment, grief, and sharing educational heath information related to Robin Williams on social network sites.” //EBSCOhost Online// //Research Databases//, 2016. Accessed 27 February 2017.

Discussing Robin Williams’ death most significantly, this article recognizes the public’s reactions to the deaths of celebrities. Through the use of social media, people of the public are able to connect somewhat directly with the deceased and their fellow mourners. Typically following the passing of a celebrity that is immensely popular, questions arise concerning the cause of death, and how to better improve the resources currently present to decrease the chances of something similar occurring. However, only those who were experiencing grief //and// attempting to “find positive meaning in his death” encouraged further education of health.

This particular article pertains to my studies most significantly because it highlights the effects of how a celebrity’s death can cause massive public involvement in health awareness. Social networking sites are the most apparent way to create a connection between the deceased’s mourners. In my research, I will highlight social networks and their effects on society after a celebrity’s death.