Porn has normalised dangerous practice, experts warn as teen dies
A 16-year-old died this week in a suspected strangulation during sex. More than half of young Australians say they've been choked during sex, often without knowing the serious risks.
Why it mattersYoung people are being exposed to a dangerous practice without informed consent or awareness of serious health risks, leaving them vulnerable to lasting harm.
AustraliaThis affects Australian teenagers and young adults directly, with widespread normalisation of a practice that carries risk of death or permanent injury.
Corroborated bytheage.com.au·watoday.com.au
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