Socio-Demographic and Economic Factors Involved in the Consumption of Sexual Explicit Material. Ethical Aspects, Moral Incongruence, and the Frequency of Pornography Use

Abstract

This study aimed to explore socio-demographic and economic factors associated with pornography consumption. The research involved 348 participants: 157 were male (45.1%), and 191 were female (54.9%). Their ages ranged from 18 to 49 years (M = 22.42; SD = 4.58). Respondents completed questionnaires related to moral incongruence, the frequency of pornography use, and socio-demographic and economic factors. The results of this study indicated that individuals from rural areas had higher scores in terms of moral incongruence than individuals from urban areas. Furthermore, individuals with low income displayed higher scores in terms of moral incongruence than those with medium and high incomes. Concerning the frequency of pornography use, our results suggest that individuals with low income watch pornography less frequently than those with medium and high incomes. We discuss theoretical and practical implications, as well as ethical aspects related to this subject.

Emotion Regulation, Relationship Satisfaction, and the Moderating Role of Age: Findings and Ethical Implications

“…Regarding income, 272 earn monthly below 2000 RON (approximately 400 EUR), 265 earn monthly between 2000 RON and 5000 RON (between approximately 400 and 1000 EUR), while 99 earn monthly over 5000 RON (approximately 1000 EUR), and 139 chose not to respond. This approach regarding the income of respondents has been previously employed in studies that included the population of Romania (Huțul & Karner-Huțuleac, 2023). Regarding education, 328 have completed at most high school, while 447 have at least a bachelor's degree.…”

“…Depending on the context, individuals may resort to adaptive emotional regulation strategies or maladaptive emotional regulation strategies, referred to as emotional dysregulation. Negative emotional regulation strategies can manifest in various ways, including through addictions (Karner-Huțuleac & Huțul, 2023), anxiety or sadness (Michopoulos et al, 2017). These can trigger a cascade of psychological processes and feelings that can affect long-term health (Renna, 2021).…”