This paper explores the role of media among different generations of non-straight men. Based on generational theory, combining the notions of “queer generations” and “media generations,” it empirically explores the role of both legacy and digital media in the processes of sexual identity formation in four post-war generations (Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z). A mixed-method approach was used, combining a quantitative survey (N = 684) to measure the importance of different media with in-depth interviews (N = 80) to better understand the role of media in relation to sexual identity. The results show significant generational differences in the importance of media used at the time of sexual identity exploration as well as in the past year. Digital media became increasingly important for the younger generations but also play a key role in the sexual lives of older participants, while film and television remain important sources of representation, across all generations.

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酷儿媒体世代：非异性恋男性的身份认同和媒体使用转变

本文探讨了媒体在不同代非异性恋男性中的作用。基于代际理论，结合“酷儿一代”和“媒体一代”的概念，实证探讨了传统媒体和数字媒体在战后四代人（婴儿潮一代、X 一代、千禧一代和 Z 世代）。采用混合方法，结合定量调查（N = 684）来衡量不同媒体的重要性和深度访谈（N= 80) 更好地了解媒体在性别认同方面的作用。结果表明，在性身份探索时以及过去一年中使用的媒体的重要性存在显着的代际差异。数字媒体对年轻一代变得越来越重要，但也在年长参与者的性生活中发挥着关键作用，而电影和电视仍然是各代人的重要代表来源。