Event Title
The Evolution of the Opposition to Pornography: Changing Perceptions of Gender and Victimization
Location
Parker-Reed, SSWAC
Start Date
1-5-2014 2:00 PM
End Date
1-5-2014 4:00 PM
Project Type
Presentation- Restricted to Campus Access
Description
The evolution of the opposition to pornography in feminist scholarship has incorporated many of Andrea Dworkins original views from her crusade that began in the late 1970s. Those who continue to align with these radical feminist standpoints on pornography have taken a humanistic approach to their explanation as to why pornography should be eradicated. These ideas are still primarily focused on the negative effects towards women, but increasing medical research concerning porn addiction and its effects as well as informal online support groups are leaning towards new discussions about how men are victims of porn as well. This paper begins with both the histories of the anti-pornography movement and of the pornography industry from 1950 to present. Analysis and critique of the roots and current themes in the opposition to pornography will follow, which will situate these changes in the broader context of contemporary gender constructs.
Faculty Sponsor
Martha Arterberry
Sponsoring Department
Colby College. Psychology Dept.
CLAS Field of Study
Social Sciences
Event Website
http://www.colby.edu/clas
ID
825
The Evolution of the Opposition to Pornography: Changing Perceptions of Gender and Victimization
Parker-Reed, SSWAC
The evolution of the opposition to pornography in feminist scholarship has incorporated many of Andrea Dworkins original views from her crusade that began in the late 1970s. Those who continue to align with these radical feminist standpoints on pornography have taken a humanistic approach to their explanation as to why pornography should be eradicated. These ideas are still primarily focused on the negative effects towards women, but increasing medical research concerning porn addiction and its effects as well as informal online support groups are leaning towards new discussions about how men are victims of porn as well. This paper begins with both the histories of the anti-pornography movement and of the pornography industry from 1950 to present. Analysis and critique of the roots and current themes in the opposition to pornography will follow, which will situate these changes in the broader context of contemporary gender constructs.
https://digitalcommons.colby.edu/clas/2014/program/89