Why People Are Obsessed With the Royals, According to Psychologists

By now, you likely know that Prince William and Kate Middleton had their third child, Louis, who joins older siblings George and Charlotte. You likely also know that Prince Harry is set to marry American actor Meghan Markle next month. Perhaps you even know that the royal wedding will be held at St. George's Chapel, and will include a lemon- and elderflower-flavored cake and a teenage cellist.

In short: The royals have infiltrated our collective consciousness.