Mental Health
Jane Crow: Examining Drug Overdose Deaths among Celebrity Pornography Actresses.
Open Access: Yes.
Abstract
The tragic drug or alcohol-related death of a renowned celebrity or athlete often leaves many unanswered questions. The term “Jane Crow” reflects the author’s belief that female pornography actresses are marginalized within the industry and society in terms of disorder and drug overdose deaths, which could be prevented with proper screening and intervention. The main objective of this review is to demonstrate, through an analysis of data from audio, electronic, and written sources, presented both narratively and graphically that female pornography actresses are at risk of substance use disorder and opioid overdose deaths. A secondary objective is to provide supporting biological and clinical data as a foundation for understanding why female adult actresses are at risk for substance use disorder and potential opioid overdose deaths. The final objective is to discuss the opioid risk tool and other tools and interventions to screen for substance use disorder and to mitigate the harm of illicit and legal drugs. Medical and psychological professionals should lead the charge in mitigating identification and treatment programs for substance use disorder within the pornography industry to assist in preventing drug overdose deaths among its participants.
Relevance
“Clinical data and reports from the free press substantiate that female pornography actresses face heightened risks for substance use disorder (SUD) and opioid overdose deaths…Medical and
psychological professionals are urged to take a leading role in developing identification, intervention, and treatment programs for SUD within the pornography industry to help prevent drugrelated deaths among its participants.” Additionally, the study drew on other publications to show that women in pornography “experience various difficulties,” including “a history of trauma, increased risk of contracting STDs, substance abuse, and mental health issues.”
Citation
Smith, R. G. (2024). Examining Drug Overdose Deaths among Celebrity Pornography Actresses. Addiction Research, 8(2), https://doi.org/10.33425/2639-8451.1045
