Abstract
Seniors' online communities offer them a safe sphere for discussing sex-related concerns. This netnographic study explored the characteristics of sex-related discussions in such communities and followed online sex-related discussions that took place in 14 leading English language-based communities during one full year (2,534 posts). Analysis revealed that the discussions were simultaneously a source of valuable information and entertainment, and that they had an effect on members' attitudes and offline sexual behavior. Battles between the discussions' protagonists and antagonists provided additional "spice" to the rather amusing yet educational and beneficial discussions. Overall, results indicated that in a reality of limited alternatives for sex-related communication, seniors have found a channel to satisfy their needs for sex-related information and support.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 467-484 |
| Number of pages | 18 |
| Journal | Journal of Leisure Research |
| Volume | 47 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1 Jan 2015 |
Keywords
- Disinhibition
- Empowerment
- Old age
- Online communities
- Sex-related discussions
- Sexual education
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Environmental Science (miscellaneous)
- Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management
- Sociology and Political Science
