The American Psychological Association’s Division 44: BDSM Task Force engages in:
Research
· Promoting and highlighting the best studies, methods, and practices
· Protecting marginalized communities and human subjects
Education and Training
· Promoting quality BDSM content in academic courses
· Creating resources for clinicians, researchers and educators (See our BDSM/Kink FAQs for Clinicians under Resources)
Clinical Work
· Addressing the legacy of stigmatization of kink, BDSM and fetish behaviors
· Crafting up-to-date, research-based clinical guidelines
Advocacy
· Addressing the history of intersectionality and marginalization of kink
· Collaborating with professional organizations and APA Divisions