22 Feb 2019 | Fight the New Drug
Society has largely made a choice to work on standing up against the degradation and victimization of women. This means many have committed to do the hard work of breaking down cultural tropes and systems that have historically exploited women. And, probably most...
22 Feb 2019 | Fight the New Drug
There’s a vast amount of research on the harmful effects of pornography, and it’s important that this information is accessible to the public. Weekly, we highlight a research study that sheds light on the expanding field of academic resources that showcase...
22 Feb 2019 | Fight the New Drug
Many people contact Fight the New Drug to share their personal stories about how porn has affected their life or the life of a loved one. We consider these personal accounts very valuable because, while the science and research is powerful within its own right,...
21 Feb 2019 | Fight the New Drug
Many victims of revenge porn or deepfakes feel powerless. They’re repeatedly exploited each time these abusive images are viewed or shared, yet the idea of removing them from the vast sea of the internet seems impossible. If this horrific reality is something...
19 Feb 2019 | Fight the New Drug
Have you noticed that after you watch a TV episode, Netflix suggests other related shows? Every time you click play, Netflix makes a record of your preferences and analyzes your data to curate a playlist of what you might want to watch next. Streaming services gather...
19 Feb 2019 | Fight the New Drug
Cover image ABC News Australia It’s safe to assume that pretty much all of us have a social media presence of some kind. We scroll through our Facebook timeline, retweet our favorite tweets on Twitter, Snapchat a funny picture to our friends, and...