I do the same but with emailing questions to my boss. As I'm writing out the pros and cons I make the decision myself and delete the email.
Which is better in the end tbh since he doesn't ever read more than about 2 sentences at once before replying. 🙄
Is anyone aware of research on the effects of drawn/animated CSAM on non-abusers becoming abusers? Is it a way for them to safely address their urges without harming a real person, thereby decreasing abuse, or does indulging in it in fiction reinforce the desire and make them more likely to abuse in reality?
For some semi-parallels... On one hand, it's pretty well established that violent video games don't make people more violent in real life. But on the other, hitting a pillow because you're angry cements that physical response to anger and does make you more likely to hit a person in the future. I'm a little bit inclined towards thinking video games are a more similar scenario, but brains are complicated and I'm not an expert.
If animated content like this actually reduces abuse, or even if it's neutral, I'm in favor of keeping it accessible. If it increases abuse, though... not so much.
Sleep not even on the list checks out