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Why do people stereotype Goth/Gothic?
conchelinda asked:
I am a 39 year old Mom with a 13 year old daughter who is considered to be a “Goth/Baby Bat”. We live in a very small rural area. She herself does not ever claim to be a Goth,even though she is interested in many Gothic type things,mostly music,art,poetry and creating her own look. Yes,she does wear mostly black,and spiky jewelry,and that kind of thing. She does not get mad,she usually just ignores people who laugh and say dumb things. However,she is getting weary of people in the community-adults included,and extended Family asking if she is “Goth” or acting like she is going to eat their younger kids or worship the devil,etc. She is very aware that dressing and liking the things she does will bring such reaction from those who don’t understand. She would really appreciate any input from older Goths as to why people always have a tendency to think the worst just because of what she likes. I was Gothic myself in the late 80’s,early 90’s,but I need input from other people,young and old who enjoy these same types of things. Thanks!
I am a 39 year old Mom with a 13 year old daughter who is considered to be a “Goth/Baby Bat”. We live in a very small rural area. She herself does not ever claim to be a Goth,even though she is interested in many Gothic type things,mostly music,art,poetry and creating her own look. Yes,she does wear mostly black,and spiky jewelry,and that kind of thing. She does not get mad,she usually just ignores people who laugh and say dumb things. However,she is getting weary of people in the community-adults included,and extended Family asking if she is “Goth” or acting like she is going to eat their younger kids or worship the devil,etc. She is very aware that dressing and liking the things she does will bring such reaction from those who don’t understand. She would really appreciate any input from older Goths as to why people always have a tendency to think the worst just because of what she likes. I was Gothic myself in the late 80’s,early 90’s,but I need input from other people,young and old who enjoy these same types of things. Thanks!