The Representation, Dramatization, & Demonization of Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Comic Books & Graphic Novels
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Intro to Project:
Many of the autobiographical comics that we read this semester involved scenes or storylines revolving around sex or a sexual awakening of sorts. Very few, though, commented on the unintended consequences that may follow engaging in sex. One such unintended consequence is sexually transmitted diseases.
According to the Center for Disease Control, as many as 110 million Americans have a sexually transmitted disease (STD) at any given time, and 15-24 year olds account for half of all new infections. (Center for Disease Control 2016). That is, young adults are contracting new STDs at a relatively high rate.
Young adults are, as well, the major fanbase for graphic novels and comic books. Because of this, one may be led to wonder in what ways graphic novels and comic books portray individuals with STDs and create content revolving around STDs.
My research question, then, is: How do graphic novels and comic books alike portray individuals living with STDs? If a plot revolves around the contraction of an STD, are the disease and individual shown in a positive or negative light? What message does that send to the readers of these pieces?
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Primary Source no. 1- Beauty by Jeremy Haun, Jason A. Hurley, John Rauch
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Primary Source no. 2- Black Hole by Charles Burns
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Secondary Source- Managing the Media Monster: The Influence of Media (From Television to Text Messages)on Teen Sexual Behavior and Attitudes
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