MissUnderstood: The ADHD in Women Channel
Sorry, I Missed This: Kink, BDSM, and ADHD
May 8, 2025
Stefani Goerlich, an author and forensic sexologist specializing in supporting kinky individuals, discusses the intersection of BDSM and ADHD. She highlights how BDSM practices can provide structure, sensory input, and improved communication, making them particularly beneficial for neurodivergent individuals. The conversation covers common misconceptions about kink, the importance of consent, and how negotiating power dynamics can foster connection. Stefani delves into how rituals in kink can help with focus and emotional regulation, making it a valuable tool in relationships.
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Quick takeaways
- BDSM can serve as a beneficial tool for women with ADHD, providing structure, sensory input, and improved communication skills.
- Engaging in kink challenges misconceptions about mental health, showing that individuals involved in BDSM are not necessarily traumatized or disordered.
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Understanding Kink and BDSM
Kink encompasses a broad range of activities and dynamics that fall outside societal norms, varying across cultures and time periods. BDSM specifically includes three interconnected components: bondage and discipline, dominance and submission, and sadism and masochism. Each aspect involves an exchange, whether it be control over movement and behavior, authority within a relationship, or the giving and receiving of sensation. This flexibility allows individuals to customize their experiences according to their preferences and needs, making BDSM a diverse tool for exploring intimacy and connection.
