Whoa

This extensive chart maps every major kink and it’s NOT for the faint of heart

The rule of human sexuality essentially states that if you can think of it, there’s someone out there in the world who’s into it.

In her new book, Deviant Desires: A Tour of the Erotic Edge, researcher Katharine Gates delves into this vast landscape of desire.

And in one stunning visual chart, she ties together kinks — from balloons to cars to puppy play.

So if you’ve ever wanted to see, at a glance, how utterly nutty (and in some cases, predatory and criminal) people really are, today’s your day:

And if your interest is piqued, head here for a more detailed version of the chart, as well as an interview with Gates in which she discusses some of the psychology behind some of the more curious kinks.

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