"The Controversy Surrounding JoJo Siwa's 'Gay Pop' Comment"
JoJo Siwa faces intense online criticism following the release of her new song and music video, with social media users mocking her outfits, dance moves, and statements. Experts attribute the phenomenon to schadenfreude and social comparison, where people find pleasure in others' troubles and compare themselves to celebrities. The internet's damaging power is highlighted, with online trolling being described as contagious and potentially addictive. Media psychologist Pamela Rutledge advises not to invest too much in feedback from those who don't know you, as the internet loves a redemption story but is quick to pull someone back down.
