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If you\u2019re in your 20s and 30s, you probably watch pornography. Millennials and gen Z are\u00a0watching more<\/a>\u00a0pornography than any other age group and are also\u00a0more likely<\/a>\u00a0than any other demographic to experiment with AI pornography.<\/p>\n

As technology advances, AI-generated tools and techniques are becoming increasingly sophisticated and accessible. This can lead to unethical content, including deepfakes \u2013 videos in which a person\u2019s face is replaced with someone else\u2019s likeness, without their consent. Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) recently faced a scandal when it became awash with\u00a0deepfakes of Taylor Swift<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But what about other kinds of AI pornographic content? How can consuming it affect you, and how can you make sure that you\u2019re consuming it ethically? I\u2019m a sex and relationship therapist, so I\u2019m interested in helping clients with various sexual issues, including porn consumption problems. I am also curious about the ways AI could be used positively to create pornography that is not only ethical, but educational and sexy at the same time.<\/p>\n

The impact of watching AI porn<\/strong><\/h4>\n

While it\u2019s perfectly normal to be curious about sex, watching a lot of pornography can affect your\u00a0sexual satisfaction<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 and AI porn is no different. You might, for example, start comparing your partner to the hyper-realistic, but impossibly perfect, digitally generated actors of AI porn.<\/p>\n

Already,\u00a0research<\/a>\u00a0suggests that men who frequently watch online porn may experience erectile dysfunction. This could be due to the idealised unrealistic portrayals in pornography compared to real-life sexual encounters. AI pornography would likely only exacerbate this, with AI porn avatars able to participate in sex acts that wouldn\u2019t be possible, or as accessible, for real people.<\/p>\n

Among women who watch porn, opinions vary. Some women have\u00a0noted<\/a>\u00a0positive changes, including a reduction in the shame associated with sexual pleasure. But others have expressed reservations about the\u00a0beauty standards<\/a>\u00a0in pornography, finding them unattainable.<\/p>\n

This stance is very much shared by\u00a0anti-porn campaigners<\/a>, who claim that porn degrades and objectifies women. They believe it feeds into ideas of male supremacy, potentially leading to\u00a0violence against women<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Regulating AI pornography<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The roles women are given within mainstream pornography often portray a different power imbalance than, for example, gay male porn. For this article, I spoke to porn actor John Thomas. He argued that gay male porn was somewhat more ethical than mainstream straight porn which is [made for men to consume]. \u201cBoth roles in a gay scene might be appreciated by the viewer, rather than the pure objectification of the woman in a straight scene.\u201d<\/p>\n

One of the many concerns with unregulated AI-generated pornography is that it can distort a viewer\u2019s sense of reality, leading to misinformation, unrealistic expectations around sex and potential harm. However, since the moral landscape surrounding ethical AI porn is a grey area, we are pushed into uncharted territory. As new technology emerges, new challenges arise.<\/p>\n

To ensure\u00a0responsible<\/a>\u00a0innovation within the adult entertainment industry, it\u2019s essential to be aware of AI\u2019s ongoing\u00a0integration<\/a>\u00a0into our daily lives. For example, risks could be mitigated by training AI systems to recognise deepfakes, violence or child pornography.<\/p>\n

For actors in the adult entertainment industry working pre-AI, consent has always been key. I asked John Thomas about best practice in the industry:
\nWhen working for a porn studio [as a freelance worker], I sign a contract which typically includes clauses relating to rights to my image \u2013 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\u2019ve signed.<\/em><\/p>\n

But since AI porn is expected to become more mainstream, the topic of consent becomes more ambiguous. As John Thomas adds: \u201cI think one could interpret the contract to include AI \u2026 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].\u201d<\/p>\n

How to be an ethical porn consumer<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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.<\/p>\n

As a porn viewer, you can be more ethical in your consumption by becoming\u00a0porn literate<\/a>, improving your understanding of realistic sexual expectations, gender identities, sexual orientations, relationship styles, kinks and ethical BDSM practices.<\/p>\n

And if you decide you want to watch AI porn and want to\u00a0minimise<\/a>\u00a0the risk of consuming unethical content, here are some tips to help enhance your porn literacy skills:<\/p>\n

\u2022 consider joining online communities where discussions about\u00a0\u201cfeminist porn\u201d<\/a>\u00a0and sexualised content are open and encouraged<\/p>\n

\u2022 if you are a fan of a particular porn 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<\/p>\n

\u2022 when coming across porn sites, take a moment to assess if they are recognised for ethical production practices. Some\u00a0established sites<\/a>\u00a0are known for their commitment to ethical pornography. Typically, the ethical emphasis will revolve around aspects such as production standards, consent, representation of diverse body types, genders and races, portrayal of safe sexual practices and prioritising the enjoyment of all involved<\/p>\n

\u2022 keep in mind the difference between fantasies and real sexual encounters when watching porn. Remember that what you see online may not translate to real life<\/p>\n

\u2022 keep a close eye on your porn consumption. If you sense it\u2019s becoming overwhelming, or impacting your daily life or sexual experiences, don\u2019t be ashamed. Seek support from a professional, such as a sex therapist.<\/p>\n

Author Bio: <\/strong>Chantal Gautier is a Lecturer, Sex and Relationship Therapist at the University of Westminster<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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