Professor Quoted in ABC News Story
Biola University professor of Rosemead School of Psychology, J. William Worden, was quoted in the ABC News story on why people mourn celebrities that they don't know personally.
The article was written in light of the recent passing of Hollywood actor Heath Ledger, whose sudden death caused an emotional stir for many.
Worden told ABC, "People are drawn to tragedy and if they get reenforcement for something, it can escalate and they become more hysterical with the more attention they receive. They like the attention and the hugs, so they might stretch the truth of their involvement or concern."
Read the full article on ABC News.