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Necrophilia (with Dr. Victoria Sullivan & Dr. Jens Foell)

Jan 28, 2021
Dr. Victoria Sullivan and Dr. Jens Foell discuss the origins of necrophilia, exploring psychological motivations and societal perceptions. They delve into the nuances of death fetishes, debunk common misconceptions, and advocate for destigmatization of unconventional sexual interests.
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Quick takeaways

  • Necrophilia themes in fairy tales reflect societal views on death and romance.
  • Research shows that individuals with unusual sexual interests are not necessarily prone to violent crimes.

Deep dives

Necrophilia in Disney Movies

Disney movies like Sleeping Beauty depict themes of necrophilia through the princess being put into a death-like state that only true love's kiss can awaken her from. In the original fairy tales, the themes of necrophilia are even more explicit, showcasing instances of sexual acts with seemingly dead bodies, demonstrating that these dark undertones are present even in family-friendly stories.

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