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The Disturbing Link Between ASMR And Porn
If you’re a fan of YouTube, relaxation, or even guided meditation, you might have stumbled upon ASMR in the past year. Some people are weirded out by it, which is perfectly understandable. Others can’t relax or get to sleep without it.
By Gwen Farrell3 min read
The genre, which has taken over the internet, boasts millions of whisper or gentle speaking videos, sometimes with props or costumes, and is meant to give a relaxing or calming effect to the viewer. Not all ASMR content is created equal, though. And believe it or not, a noticeable connection between ASMR, once the guilt-free if a bit strange pastime for millions of people, is now beginning to be associated with pornography.