This is our fourth feature on Real Doll subculture, or what we've deemed "fake intimacy." The latest term to refer to someone in a romantic relationships with a love doll is an "iDollator."
We may have featured the first story a few months ago, but the trend is picking up momentum in traditional media, with new articles being published each week to detail these controversial intimacies.
Here are a few other features that have received media attention:
On MTV Cribs, Vince Neil (Motley Crue) showed off his Real Doll.
Real Dolls were featured repeatedly on Boston Legal.
On Tip/Tick, a Real Doll was created to look like Kelly Carlson.
Howard Stern revealed details on his own encounters with a Real Doll.
A UK documentary called Guys and Dolls followed four men with Love Dolls, detailing their individual reasons for having them.
"Mike, a Texan, risks a real-life relationship for his eight dolls. Another owner, Davecat, explains he prefers the security of his inanimate girlfriend over unpredictable, potentially cruel treatment he could be subject to from a real woman," Canoe explained.
"The documentary also takes a fascinating look inside the San Diego factory where the dolls are made. There, Abyss Creations has been manufacturing Real Dolls at a rate of six to eight each week for more than a decade. What Abyss makes are high-tech versions of 'love dolls' dating back to Second World War, where they were introduced by the Japanese and Germans to help their soldiers cope in an all-male environment."
We're not talking about cheap blow-up dolls here; these are very life-like and beautiful, some selling for over $6,000.
Check out our past features:
Fake Intimacy (Part IV)
iDollators
Trend Themes
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Increasing Adoption of Real Doll Subculture — Opportunity for manufacturing companies to develop advanced and high-tech love dolls to meet the growing demand.
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Media Attention on Idollators — Potential for media outlets to explore this controversial subculture and create content that provides insights and perspectives on the phenomenon.
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Concerns Over Relationships with Artificial Companions — Opportunity for psychologists and therapists to study and provide guidance to individuals engaging in relationships with love dolls to better understand the impact on emotional well-being.
Industry Implications
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Manufacturing — Manufacturers can capitalize on the increasing demand for high-quality and realistic love dolls by developing innovative and technologically advanced products.
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Media and Entertainment — Media companies can explore the Real Doll subculture and create engaging content that sheds light on the experiences, motivations, and challenges faced by individuals engaging in relationships with love dolls.
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Psychology and Therapy — Psychologists and therapists can provide support and guidance to individuals involved in relationships with love dolls, helping them navigate the emotional and psychological aspects of these unconventional relationships.