Risk and Harm in Youth Sexting: Young People's Perspectives

This book explores teenage young people's perspectives on risk and harm in 'youth sexting culture,' focusing on digital sexual image-sharing. It examines non-consensual sexting and privacy violations, discusses victim-blaming, social shaming, and bullying, and reflects on the nature of responses to youth sexting. It argues that risk and harm are rooted in a denial of rights to sexual and bodily integrity, autonomy, and legitimacy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of teenage young people's perspectives on risk and harm within the context of 'youth sexting culture.' It specifically focuses on the phenomenon of digital sexual image-sharing among this demographic. By contextualizing the findings within the broader literature on youth sexting and the broader theoretical and conceptual debates surrounding the issue, the book offers a comprehensive exploration of the topic.

The book explores young peoples attitudes toward and experiences of non-consensual sexting and privacy violations, shedding light on the broader sociocultural context that contributes to youth sexting. It addresses critical issues such as victim-blaming, social shaming, and bullying within this culture, raising important questions about the nature of predominant approaches to responding to youth sexting, both legal and educational/pedagogic.

Reflecting upon the prevailing approaches to addressing risk and harm in youth sexting, the book identifies the gaps and challenges that exist in the current landscape. It seeks to understand what young people want and need when it comes to addressing risk and harm, based on the evidence gathered about their situated realities and lived experiences.

The field of public and academic discourse surrounding youth sexting has undergone significant development and evolution over recent years. The phenomenon is increasingly contested, and ongoing debates exist about how to protect young people from harm while respecting their rights as individuals and encouraging them to develop into ethical sexual citizens, particularly within digital environments.

This book presents empirical data to demonstrate how risk and harm in youth sexting culture are rooted in a denial of rights to sexual and bodily integrity, autonomy, and legitimacy. By examining the experiences and perspectives of teenage young people, the book provides valuable insights into the complexities of this issue and offers practical recommendations for policymakers, educators, and young people themselves.

In conclusion, this book is a crucial contribution to the understanding of risk and harm in youth sexting culture. By exploring the perspectives of teenage young people, it sheds light on the complex dynamics that shape their experiences and provides valuable insights into the broader sociocultural context that contributes to youth sexting. Through its comprehensive analysis and thoughtful recommendations, the book aims to empower young people and promote safer and more ethical practices within this digital age.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032336282