While anyone can be slut-shamed, it most commonly happens to female-presenting people and gay men.
It is a form ofbullying.
What Is a “Slut”?
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In current times, the word slut is used as a pejorative, or insult.
And why don’t we slut-shame straight men?
When women, trans people, and gender-expansive people fight for equality and equity, pushback occurs.
Slut-shaming is one form of pushback.
You may be wondering if slut-shaming is actually all that harmful to those it happens to.
The truth, however, is that slut-shaming is deeply harmful.
Additionally, our culture is changing around the bullying behaviors we tolerate.
Takeaway
Slut-shaming is a form of bullying, and you have the right to protection against it.
If you experience slut-shaming in school or at work, talk to your teachers or superiors.
No one deserves to be bullied, no matter what they wear or with whom they engage sexually.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
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