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The Internet & Traumaporn: The "Ethical" Consumption of Tragedy in The Digital Age

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Ethics of Philanthropy and Trauma in Digital Content

This chapter examines the ethical dilemmas posed by philanthropic and trauma-focused content on platforms like YouTube, focusing on the motivations behind popular creators' 'savior' narratives. It discusses the desensitization of audiences to real suffering and the balance between impactful storytelling and potential exploitation.

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