Variations in Sexual Behavior

Sexual Minorities: 5. Sadomasochists

There is some overlap between the minorities of leather fetishists and sadomasochists. Many women and men are interested in both types of sexual variation. Consequently, some organized groups cater to both camps. However, there are also organizations specifically devoted to “Bondage and Discipline” (BD) and “S/M” (sadomasochism). They have their own web sites or journals and newsletters, and many also hold local, national, and international meetings. Some try to educate the general public about their aims and activities; others concentrate on informing their members and offering them appropriate meeting places.

Typical home page of a BDSM organization
The letters BDSM stand for Bondage & Discipline and SadoMasochism. Various groups organized under this label have their own web sites and offer a number of educational and social activities. They also allow like-minded people to find each other.
(In order to avoid easy identification, the overall design and various details have been changed or omitted, but the content as such is authentic.)