The reality TV craze that began as a fad now has evolved into an obsession. The American public is hooked. About 45 percent of Americans watch reality TV programs, according to a poll by PollingPoint.

Of those, 27 percent consider themselves die-hard fans, watching as many episodes as possible. And it’s not just teenagers — reality TV manages to grab the attention of adult demographics as well, with almost every age category watching 30 percent more reality TV than a year ago.

Why do Americans find these shows so addictive? Because they manage to reinvent themselves every season, some poll masters say. Here’s a sample of some reality TV shows for this fall.

I Pity the Fool!

Mr. T tries out reality TV, traveling across the country and acting as a tougher, more blunt version of Dr. Phil. He’ll be doling out advice to fools everywhere from fans to viewers at home — expect some tough love. Source: http://television.aol.com/feature/fall_tv/cable-premieres

Million Dollar Listing

This six-episode series revolves around the competitive real-estate market in California. See how the high-pressure market works firsthand. Source: http://television.aol.com/feature/fall_tv/cable-premieres

Dancing With the Stars 3

This season promises much of the same as last season, but with a whole crop of new stars including Jerry Springer, Vivica A. Fox, Joey Lawrence, Sara Evans, Willa Ford and many more. Source: http://realitytv.about.com/od/realitytvnewsgossip/ss/fallo6premieres.htm

Duets

Simon Cowell’s latest creation pairs professional singers with celebrities not known for their singing talent. There’s no word yet on definite celebrity guests. Source: http://realitytv.about.com/od/realitytvnewsgossip/ss/fallo6premieres.htm

Show: Laguna Beach Season 3

This season MTV introduces an entirely new and younger set of privileged youths who party, gossip and shop their way through life. Look out for a few cameos from the older Laguna crowd. Source: http://mtv.com

Show: The Bachelor: Rome

Watch as Prince Lorenzo Borghese, a 34-year-old cosmetics entrepreneur, wines and dines 25 American women in the hopes of finding his own princess. Source: http://realitytv.about.com/od/realitytvnewsgossip/ss/fallo6premieres.htm