Predictors of relationship satisfaction in BDSM relationships
Date
2016
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Wang, Alexander B.
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The present study investigated the association between characteristics of BDSM (bondage and discipline, domination and submission, and sadomasochism) relationships and relationship satisfaction. We predicted that relationship characteristics such as higher communication, respect for one's partner, sexual compatibility, and motivation to participate in BDSM activities will be associated with higher interpersonal satisfaction. Furthermore, we predicted main and interactive effects for sex and BDSM role. Simultaneous multiple regression revealed that the relationship characteristics model significantly predicted interpersonal satisfaction. However, no effects of sex or BDSM role were found. Implications and further directions are discussed.
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Keywords
alternative sexualities, BDSM, relationship satisfaction, sadomasochism
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Psychology