For teenagers, admiration for certain public figures is to be expected, but some people take this admiration to the extreme. There is a line between admiration and obsession, and it is being crossed way too often.

Teen idols have always been present in out society. In reality, they’re nothing new or particularly special. However, many teens have taken to worshiping people like Justin Bieber and the members of the band One Direction.

People and boy bands aren’t the only things that are looped into these obsessions. Some fans of movie franchises like Twilight and “reality” television shows like Keeping Up with the Kardashions take their appreciation of these shows to a ridiculous and unnecessary level.

Even students at De Soto High School know the life stories of these teen idols and can recite facts word for word that no one should know about these people if asked.

Admittedly, some teen idols have talent that is being showcased, but what else have they done? Have they solved world hunger, cured cancer or anything else of real importance?

For the most part, the answer is no. Some teen idols may do things that are admirable, but even this isn’t enough to justify the level of obsession at which they are held.

None of the Kardashions have affected my life to the point where I want to watch a show with the intent of getting an inside glimpse of these people’s lives. The members of One Direction have not in any way inspired me to learn every detail of their lives.

These people, although they are talented, should be treated like everyday people.

If anyone did this kind of thing to someone who wasn’t a celebrity, that person would not only be incredibly freaked out, but they would also probably file a restraining order.

Simply put, celebrities are the same as regular people and should be treated as such. There is no need for all of this hullabaloo.