There are many possibilities for a middle-aged man in his forties to be addicted to romance novels. 1. Seeking emotional support: Romance novels usually describe romantic and sweet love stories. The protagonist's encounters and experiences can trigger the reader's resonance and emotional support. This is an emotional need for some people in their forties. Escape from reality: Romance novels can help some men escape the pressure, loneliness and confusion of reality and find comfort and sustenance through the virtual world. 3. Self-satisfaction fantasy: Romance novels allow readers to enter the protagonist's fantasy world and experience different life experiences and situations. This fantasy can stimulate the self-satisfaction and self-esteem of middle-aged men. 4. Find emotional resonance: Love stories in romance novels can arouse readers 'resonance and empathy. This emotional resonance can help some men relieve their inner loneliness and loss and find their sense of belonging. Seeking psychological sustenance: Romance novels can also become a kind of psychological sustenance for middle-aged men to find emotional comfort and balance in the virtual world to reduce inner anxiety and uneasiness. It should be noted that indulging in romance novels may have a negative impact on the physical and mental health of middle-aged men. It is recommended to control the reading time and content appropriately and pay more attention to real life and self-development.