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Aggression in Pornography: Myths and Realities book cover

1st Edition

Aggression in Pornography Myths and Realities

By Eran Shor, Kimberly Seida Copyright 2021
152 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

152 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Aggression in Pornography focusses on the issue of violence in mainstream pornography and examines what we know, what we think we know, and what are some surprising research findings and insights about the place of violence within pornography today. The authors first review the modern pornography industry, theoretical claims about pornography as violence, and the ways in which aggression... Read more

1. Introduction  2. he modern pornography industry: Overview and recent trends  3. Research methodology and definitions  4. The effects of pornography on consumers  5. Myths about the prevalence of aggression  6. Myths about the popularity of aggression  7. Sexual orientation myths: Is aggression less common in same-sex pornography?  8.Race myths: Do racial minority women suffer higher rates of aggression?  9. Conclusion: An Empirically-based Account of Aggression in Pornography

Biography

Eran Shor is a Professor in the Department of Sociology, McGill University, and a William Dawson Chair. In his work, he examines social conflict and violence, focusing on terrorism, ethnic conflicts, and states’ repressive policies, as well as on family and sexual violence.

Kimberly Seida is a PhD candidate in Sociology at McGill University. Her dissertation research explores sexual minority women’s experiences, focusing on the individual, intersectional, and community-level factors shaping their health and wellbeing.

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