Is it ethical to watch AI pornography?

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Is it ethical to watch AI ************?

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If you’re in your 20s and 30s, you probably watch ************. Millennials and gen Z are

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************ than any other age group and are also

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than any other demographic to experiment with AI ************.

As technology advances, AI-generated tools and techniques are becoming increasingly sophisticated and accessible. This can lead to unethical content, including deepfakes—videos in which a person’s face is replaced with someone else’s likeness, without their consent. Social media platform X (formerly

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) recently faced a scandal when it became awash with

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But what about other kinds of AI pornographic content? How can consuming it affect you, and how can you make sure that you’re consuming it ethically? I’m a **** and relationship therapist, so I’m interested in helping clients with various ******* issues, including ***** consumption problems. I am also curious about the ways AI could be used positively to create ************ that is not only ethical, but educational and ***** at the same time.

The impact of watching AI *****

While it’s perfectly normal to be curious about ****, watching a lot of ************ can affect your

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—and AI ***** is no different. You might, for example, start comparing your partner to the hyper-realistic, but impossibly perfect, digitally generated actors of AI *****.

Already,

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suggests that men who frequently watch online ***** may experience erectile dysfunction. This could be due to the idealized unrealistic portrayals in ************ compared to real-life ******* encounters. AI ************ would likely only exacerbate this, with AI ***** avatars able to participate in **** acts that wouldn’t be possible, or as accessible, for real people.

Among women who watch *****, opinions vary. Some women have

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positive changes, including a reduction in the shame associated with ******* pleasure. But others have expressed reservations about the

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in ************, finding them unattainable.

This stance is very much shared by

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, who claim that ***** degrades and objectifies women. They believe it feeds into ideas of male supremacy, potentially leading to

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Regulating AI ************

The roles women are given within mainstream ************ often portray a different power imbalance than, for example, gay male *****. For this article, I spoke to ***** actor John Thomas. He argued that gay male ***** was somewhat more ethical than mainstream straight ***** which is [made for men to consume]. “Both roles in a gay scene might be appreciated by the viewer, rather than the pure objectification of the woman in a straight scene.”

One of the many concerns with unregulated AI-generated ************ is that it can distort a viewer’s sense of reality, leading to misinformation, unrealistic expectations around **** and potential harm. However, since the moral landscape surrounding ethical AI ***** is a gray area, we are pushed into uncharted territory. As new technology emerges, new challenges arise.

To ensure

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innovation within the ****** entertainment industry, it’s essential to be aware of AI’s ongoing

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into our daily lives. For example, risks could be mitigated by training AI systems to recognize deepfakes, ********* or child ************.

For actors in the ****** entertainment industry working pre-AI, consent has always been key. I asked John Thomas about best practice in the industry:

“When working for a ***** studio [as a freelance worker], I sign a contract which typically includes clauses relating to rights to my image—usually I am signing to give the studio the right to use, and alter, my image [from the photos or video created] and distribute it. AI is not specified in any contract I’ve signed.”

But since AI ***** is expected to become more mainstream, the topic of consent becomes more ambiguous. As John Thomas adds, “I think one could interpret the contract to include AI … the contracts are written in such an expansive way that, having signed away the rights to your image, and consent to your image being altered, it could [hypothetically be used in AI].”

How to be an ethical ***** consumer

Just as there are fair trade brands known for their ethical practices in producing coffee and clothing, there should be a safe space for consumers to explore their sexuality and fantasies.

As a ***** viewer, you can be more ethical in your consumption by becoming

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, improving your understanding of realistic ******* expectations, gender identities, ******* orientations, relationship styles, kinks and ethical BDSM practices.

And if you decide you want to watch AI ***** and want to

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the risk of consuming unethical content, here are some tips to help enhance your ***** literacy skills:

• consider joining online communities where discussions about
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  and sexualised content are open and encouraged
• if you are a fan of a particular ***** actor, consider following them on social media. This will provide you with some insights into their performance activities and their preferred ways for you to access their content
• when coming across ***** sites, take a moment to assess if they are recognized for ethical production practices. Some
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  are known for their commitment to ethical ************. Typically, the ethical emphasis will revolve around aspects such as production standards, consent, representation of diverse body types, genders and races, portrayal of safe ******* practices and prioritizing the enjoyment of all involved
• keep in mind the difference between fantasies and real ******* encounters when watching *****. Remember that what you see online may not translate to real life
• keep a close eye on your ***** consumption. If you sense it’s becoming overwhelming, or impacting your daily life or ******* experiences, don’t be ashamed. Seek support from a professional, such as a **** therapist.

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