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The missing discourse of development: commentary on Lerum and Dworkin
Nicole M Else-Quest1, Janet Shibley Hyde
1Department of Psychology, Villanova University, USA.
Journal of Sex Research
|August 7, 2009
Summary
This commentary critiques Lerum and Dworkin's feminist analysis of the American Psychological Association (APA) report on girl's sexualization. It finds their critique lacks developmental context and empirical support, questioning its conclusions on media exposure.
Area of Science:
- Feminist theory
- Media studies
- Developmental psychology
Background:
- Lerum and Dworkin provide an interdisciplinary feminist commentary on the American Psychological Association (APA) Task Force Report on the Sexualization of Girls.
- Their commentary critiques the report's conclusions regarding the sexualization of girls and media exposure.
Discussion:
- This analysis identifies limitations in Lerum and Dworkin's arguments and evidence, deeming their critique less convincing.
- A key limitation is the omission of a developmental approach to understanding the sexualization of girls and media exposure.
- Their criticism that the APA report overemphasizes negative effects of sexualization is not supported by empirical research, which also indicates positive effects.
Key Insights:
- Lerum and Dworkin's feminist critique of the APA report on girl's sexualization lacks developmental context.
- Empirical literature does not support the claim that the APA report overstates negative effects of sexualization, ignoring potential positive impacts.
- The commentary underscores the necessity of precise language in discussions surrounding the sexualization of girls.
Outlook:
- Further research should integrate developmental perspectives to comprehensively analyze the sexualization of girls.
- Future commentaries should ensure arguments are grounded in empirical evidence and acknowledge the complexity of sexualization's effects.
- Clear and precise language is crucial for productive dialogue on this sensitive topic.
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