Sexting and Pakistani Youth
Sexting and Pakistani Youth
There is no statistical data available about youth involved in sexting in Pakistan. Nor is there any research regarding the causes and effects of sexting on Pakistani youth. However, there are some facts which should be given due importance while talking about causes, consequences, and percentages of sexting in Pakistan. Here are some facts about sexting and Pakistani youth.
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Discussing sex is taboo in Pakistan.
This is because of religious or cultural norms. Apparently, people are tight lipped regarding any discussion of sexual issues. But people’s online lives mirror their authentic selves, and the reality—as exhibited by their online activity—is that they access porn sites and frequently discuss sex.
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Pakistanis do search porn sites and sex-related terms.
According to Google Trends, Pakistanis have earned the number one spot for sex-related searches (although the results of Google Trends are questioned by many experts). Nobody will admit to searching for this kind of stuff but it does happen, and we must realize that our teenagers have contributed to this statistic as well.
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The statistical evidence of youth involved in sexting around the world is alarming.
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According to www.parentsprotect.co.uk, thirty-eight per cent of thirteen- to eighteen-year-olds in the UK have received a sexually explicit message, and thirty-nine per cent admit to sharing intimate images. According to www.guardchild.com, in the USA, thirty-nine per cent of teens have shared nude or semi nude images or sexually suggestive messages, while forty-eight per cent of teens have received sexual messages or images.
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Pakistani youth cannot be an exception as far as sexting is concerned
. Unfortunately, there is no statistical data available for Pakistani youth involved in sexting. But looking at the worldwide trends of sexting among youths, it can be easily inferred that Pakistani youth are also involved in sexting. The social media gossip forums of some schools, colleges, and universities mirror the sexting trend of among Pakistani youth.
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Sexting stories involving internet cafes have been hitting the news
. In the not-so-remote past, when personal computers and cell phones were not accessible to every Tom, Dick, and Harry, there were many instances in the media involving sexting at internet cafes. These stories highlighted the trends of our youth. One can imagine that this situation has become worse now that laptops, tablets, and smartphones are readily accessible to everyone.
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