This thesis explores how the theories of postfeminism, neoliberalism, social learning, and
sexual scripting contribute to the normalization of toxic, abusive, non-vanilla sex and
relationships, especially as it is seen on TikTok. Though it delves into the roles that erotic novels
and pornography play in the perpetuation of this phenomenon, this thesis mainly focuses on how
women on TikTok exemplify the postfeminist, neoliberal ideals of sexual empowerment and
freedom of choice. It also highlights ...
This thesis explores how the theories of postfeminism, neoliberalism, social learning, and
sexual scripting contribute to the normalization of toxic, abusive, non-vanilla sex and
relationships, especially as it is seen on TikTok. Though it delves into the roles that erotic novels
and pornography play in the perpetuation of this phenomenon, this thesis mainly focuses on how
women on TikTok exemplify the postfeminist, neoliberal ideals of sexual empowerment and
freedom of choice. It also highlights how TikTok’s popularization of a modified traditional
sexual script results in the shaming of conventional sex practices and the acceptance of sexual
violence against women.
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