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Pickup artists (PUA) are people whose goals are seduction and sexual success. Predominantly heterosexual men, they often self-identify as the seduction community or the pickup community. This community exists through various channels, including internet newsletters, blogs, seminars and one-on-one coaching, forums, groups, and local clubs known as "lairs".[1]
The rise of "seduction science", "game",[2] or "studied charisma" has been attributed to modern forms of dating and social norms between sexes which have developed from a perceived increase in the equality of women in Western society and changes to traditional gender roles.[3] Commentators in the media have described "game" as sexist or misogynistic.[4]
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- ^ Hymowitz, Kay S. (August 2008). "Love in the Time of Darwinism". City Journal. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016.
- ^ Singal, Jesse (28 May 2014). "There's a Difference Between Misogyny and Severe Mental Illness". New York. Archived from the original on 19 October 2017. Retrieved 9 June 2014.