Teens as young as 12 see OnlyFans as an appealing alternative to traditional work, study finds
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A qualitative study involving Spanish adolescents found that many minors are familiar with OnlyFans and view it as a realistic source of income. The study raises concerns about how media exposure shapes adolescent perceptions of sexuality, gender, and economic opportunity.

A new study published in the journal Sexuality & Culture has found that many adolescents in Spain, including those as young as 12, are not only aware of OnlyFans but also see it as a viable and even empowering way to make money. In group discussions with over 160 teenagers, researchers discovered that platforms promoting erotic content are influencing how young people—especially girls—view economic opportunity, self-worth, and sexuality. Teens frequently framed content creation as a personal choice or expression of agency, while minimizing the risks.

  • ubergeek@lemmy.todayEnglish
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    2 days ago

    “Pornography” on OF is… a wide term, if we’re being honest.

    There are a TON of creators there that pretty much just make noise against a microphone, with their fingers, and that’s it (ASMR). They may (Or may not) do it in skimpy clothing.

    That being said, should 12 year olds be feeling a desire to be a soldier when they grow up? A construction worker? Or, any other line of work where you literally sell your body + useful years of your life doing back breaking work that leaves you on pain meds after the age of 45?

    • FruitLips@lemmy.ml
      3·
      2 days ago

      I just conferred with my omnipotent imaginary friend, they said yah, so long as they don’t beat their wife, or slaves with anything wider than a ruler. (Or telepathically ask for forgiveness, what luck!)