A Pandemic of Pornography.

Patrons use computers in an internet café.

How might easy access to pornography influence boys’ attitudes to women? Source: World Bank Photo Collection/Creative Commons

These days everyone. including children, can access pornography through a digital device. Consumption of pornography has also grown with the impact of COVID-19. What are the implications for societies that want to develop greater respect for women and reduce sexual violence?


Margaretha is a teacher in the Psychology Faculty at Airlangga University and a PhD candidate at Melbourne University.  She explains her concerns about the impact of pornography on people, their relationships and their society.

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Can we change attitudes which demean women if accessing pornography is so easy? Source: Scott Ablemanby World Bank Photo Collection/Creative Commons

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