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Double Standards: Why sexting sucks
Newspaper | Times Live
Date | 23.6.2014
Language | English
Country | South Africa
Topic Tags | gender, law, research/study, sexting, youth
Summary | A study by Julia Lippman and Scott Campbell where they interviewed teenagers about their attitudes towards sexting showed that a strong double standard exists between judging girls' versus boys' sexting activities. If girls sext, the are perceived as attention-seeking 'sluts' and if the do not engage in sexting, they are judged for being frigid. Boys are however pardoned for sexting because "boys will be boys". Minors sexting is further problematic because it is persecuted under child pornography laws.
Image Description | Photograph of a woman taking a selfie in lingerie.
Image Tags | female(s), selfie, smartphone
Be careful about 'sexting'
Newspaper | Sunday Tribune
Date | 7.9.2014
Language | English
Country | South Africa
Topic Tags | sexting, threat
Summary | A recent breach of Apple's iCloud led to many high-profile Apple users image data being leaked. Many nude images of famous actresses were publicized this way and Apple is not facing harsh criticism though they are claiming not to be responsible. This incident shows how ubiquotous sexting has become and also the technically unlikely but possible risks involved in it. Though sexologists agree that sexting can be beneficial for 'spicing up' one's relationship, they also warn of the risks. People who send nude photographs or videos are tricked by the false appearance of privacy of the smartphone and may sext in the heat of the moment or while drunk. Many regret sexting afterwards, especially if their images are seen by someone who was not intended to see them. Instances like these can cause trauma in victims.
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