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What Makes Us Crave BDSM?
Contribute to science and participate in a research study by Angel Daniels, Ph.D., a faculty member at Marymount University, examining how individuals develop an interest in BDSM activities, and to explore their personal histories and experiences. All individuals who are at least 18 years of age, and who have engaged in any BDSM-related activities, are invited to participate in the study. Please read the following information carefully before agreeing to take part in the study.
The purpose of this study is to learn how individuals become involved in BDSM activities, if and how these activities affect them, and if there are any commonalities in their personal histories. The results of the study may be shared at an academic conference and published in an academic journal.
The survey will take approximately 20-30 minutes to complete. You will be asked questions about your sexual history and experiences, relationship history, mental health history and functioning, and any other experiences of non-consensual violence.
There is some risk that you may find some of the questions about your personal, sexual, and mental health history invasive or uncomfortable. If you experience any emotional or psychological discomfort while participating in the survey, you may end your participation at any time. If you feel that you would like to talk to a counselor or therapist about any issues that arise during your participation, a link to locate a mental health specialist will be provided at the end of the survey. The benefits to you are a potential increase in awareness of your own behavior and related emotional experiences that may ultimately facilitate cognizant and healthy choices for yourself. The results of this study will also provide researchers and the psychological community a better understanding of those who engage in BDSM activities and if/how they can be supported by those in the psychology field. There is no compensation for participation.
Your responses will be kept confidential. Neither your email or IP address will be stored. The data will be SSL encrypted and all data is stored in a password protected electronic format. All answers will be presented in aggregate form and no one will know how any individual answered the questions.
Taking part in this study is completely voluntary. You may stop participating at any time by closing the survey window or clicking the “End Participation” button at the top of each page.
Are you ready to contribute to a better understanding of BDSM behavior and motivation? Click here:
