Teens as young as 12 see OnlyFans as an appealing alternative to traditional work, study finds
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A qualitative study involving Spanish adolescents found that many minors are familiar with OnlyFans and view it as a realistic source of income. The study raises concerns about how media exposure shapes adolescent perceptions of sexuality, gender, and economic opportunity.

A new study published in the journal Sexuality & Culture has found that many adolescents in Spain, including those as young as 12, are not only aware of OnlyFans but also see it as a viable and even empowering way to make money. In group discussions with over 160 teenagers, researchers discovered that platforms promoting erotic content are influencing how young people—especially girls—view economic opportunity, self-worth, and sexuality. Teens frequently framed content creation as a personal choice or expression of agency, while minimizing the risks.

  • frongt@lemmy.zip
    22·
    9 hours ago

    Somehow I doubt that. More likely they view it like being a YouTuber, streamer, or influencer, when in reality it’s primarily video production and marketing. It’s not just “film titties get money”, you have to actually convince people to subscribe.

    • Liz@midwest.socialEnglish
      28·
      8 hours ago

      It is like being a YouTuber. People think it’s easy money and then they make jack-shit with barely any audience all while working their ass off. Only a few get big, most burn out after lots of work and little success.