BDSM Archives - Dr. Elisabeth "Eli" Sheff

Understanding BDSM: Insights from a WebMD Interview

Recently WebMD interviewed me about how to define BDSM. You can find the information here https://www.webmd.com/sex/what-is-bdsm-sex

Ruff & Tumble Kink Conference 2025 in Missoula

October 3 & 4, Missoula Montana The OH Hi Collective presents its second annual Ruff & Tumble Kink Conference at the University of Montana. Dr. Elisabeth “Eli” Sheff presents on How to Avoid Legal Prosecution for Consensual Kink on Saturday, October 4. Get ready for a wild ride of education with OH Hi Collective, The Branch CenterContinueContinue reading “Ruff & Tumble Kink Conference 2025 in Missoula”

Safe Practices in Rough Sex and BDSM Explained

In my newest blog on Psychology Today I explore the differences between rough sex and BDSM, and offer some tips about how to do both safely. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202506/what-is-the-difference-between-rough-sex-and-bdsm

The Growing Risks of Online Age Play in Modern Law Enforcement

What are the differences between age play and sexual predation against children? Find out in my newest blog on Psychology Today!

Understanding Consensual Non-Consent in BDSM

My most recent blog on Psychology Today explores the #bdsm practice of #ConsensualNonConsent. Should out to Debby Herbenick and their awesome research on #CNC, as well as the fantastic information on #consent from the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) who advocate for #ExplicitandPriorPermission. Image: Two people who appear to be women in lingere facingContinueContinue reading “Understanding Consensual Non-Consent in BDSM”

Satisfied Expert Witness Client

I recently provided some expert witnessing services for a case relevant to BDSM, and the lawyer provided the review below. “I hired Dr. Sheff for a criminal jury trial where the jury was being asked to discern between BDSM and intimate partner violence. Dr. Sheff was communicative and accessible leading up to trial and herContinueContinue reading “Satisfied Expert Witness Client”

BDSM & Law Panel for SSSS with Dr. Eli Sheff

Image: Logo for the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality in blue against a white background, four Ss stacked in a set of four (two on top and two on the bottom) inside a square blue box On Thursday August 15, 2024 at 9 am Pacific time/Noon Eastern I will present my work onContinueContinue reading “BDSM & Law Panel for SSSS with Dr. Eli Sheff”