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BDSM and mental health

Research on the psychological benefits and risks of BDSM practices, including dominance and submission, and their impact on mental health.

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Jan 20, 2026

What percentage of men report positive versus negative emotional experiences with pegging?

Available research and reporting do not provide a reliable, representative percentage split of men who report positive versus negative emotional experiences with pegging; however, multiple qualitative...

Jan 7, 2026

What does clinical research say about psychological risks and benefits of erotic somatic practices?

Clinical research and expert reviews indicate erotic somatic practices—therapies and consensual erotic activities that foreground bodily sensation, breathwork, touch and regulated arousal—can offer me...