
- 224 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
BDSM and Kink: The Basics provides an essential overview of knowledge that every clinician should have about alternative sexualities.
In an accessible, user-friendly format, the authors offer a high-level yet comprehensive introduction to the world of bondage and discipline, dominance and submission, sadomasochism, fetishists, and more. Written by two of the leading experts on working with kinky clients, BDSM and Kink: The Basics takes a sex-positive, kink-affirming approach to the material, exploring everything from etiologies and basic terminology through risk assessment and clinical best practices. The perfect desk reference for any clinician who wants to expand their understanding of erotic minorities, this book will prepare you to meet your clients with curiosity and competency while offering digital resources and specific suggestions to deepen your knowledge wherever you need it most.
This book is essential for mental health and medical providers, educators, and individuals interested in learning more about BDSM and Kink.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Endorsements
- Half Title
- Series
- Title
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- List of Figures
- List of Tables
- Acknowledgments
- 1 What Is Kink?
- 2 Bondage and Discipline
- 3 Dominance and Submission
- 4 Sadomasochism
- 5 Power Exchange Roleplay
- 6 Fetishes
- 7 What Does a Kinky Scene Look Like?
- 8 Problematic Behavior
- 9 Assessing Risk and Safety
- 10 Best Practices for Working with Kinky Clients
- Conclusion
- Bibliography
- Index