Misogynistic chat rooms, bogus science, and rape myths: What actually happens in the manosphere?
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Here’s what really happens in the ‘manosphere’
- The manosphere, a network of online platforms promoting men's interests, is fuelled by the belief that feminism oppresses men and rose to public attention through the Netflix show Adolescence.
- It's categorised into factions like Men's Rights Activists (MRAs), Pick-up Artists (PUAs), Incels, and Men Going Their Own Way (MGTOW), each with distinct ideologies.
- Experts explain that the manosphere often uses pseudoscience, including the 80/20 rule and false rape accusations, to justify misogynistic views and violence against women.
- While not all men in the manosphere resort to violence, the normalisation of misogyny influences how boys and men perceive and treat women.
- Online platforms, particularly gaming chat rooms and social media algorithms, play a significant role in spreading and amplifying manosphere content, contributing to the radicalisation of young men.