Abstract

The current study investigates unsolicited genital pictures (UGPs). Specifically, how political affiliation, gender roles, and Dark Triad traits of Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy  influence the way people send and react to UGPs. Previous research has investigated the motivations for sending UGPs. We hypothesize that individuals who identify as male, right-leaning, and score higher on the Dark Triad traits will be more likely to send UGPs, while individuals who identify as female will be more likely to receive UGPs. We also hypothesize that left-leaning participants are less likely to send UGPs than right-leaning participants. Data was collected through a survey distributed to college students. Data analysis shows that most respondents do not report sending UGPs, however, large numbers of individuals report receiving UGPs. Preliminary results show most female respondents have reported receiving UGPs from males, although most males report not having sent UGPs.