Dr. Justin J. Lehmiller is a social psychologist and one of the country's leading experts on human sexuality. He is currently the Director of the Social Psychology Program at Ball State University and a Faculty Affiliate of The Kinsey Institute. Formerly, he served on the faculty at Harvard University.
In addition to being an award-winning educator, Dr. Lehmiller is a prolific scholar who conducts research on sexual fantasy, casual sex, secret relationships, and safer-sex practices. He has authored dozens of scientific publications and is the author of the sexuality textbook The Psychology of Human Sexuality. Dr. Lehmiller is on the editorial boards of several prominent academic journals in the fields of relationships and sexuality, including the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships and Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity, and he is an elected full member of the International Academy of Sex Research.
Dr. Lehmiller holds advanced degrees in psychology, including a Master of Science from Villanova University and a Ph.D. from Purdue University.
"Tell Me What You Want provides a scientifically grounded,
non-judgmental assessment of where things stand in the sexual lives
and fantasies of Americans. With an open-minded approach and fluid
prose, this book is highly recommended for anyone looking for a
road-map of where American sexuality is at the moment, and where
many Americans would like to be going soon."--Christopher Ryan,
PhD, co-author of the New York Times bestseller Sex at Dawn
"[An] illuminating book...Armed with research, [Dr. Lehmiller]
describes our collective fantasies and helps make sense of what
they might mean, tackling everything from how they're connected to
personalities to how our sexual histories shape desires."--Goop
"A book that will be reassuring for therapists and patients
alike...Lively...Valuable and enjoyable. The writing is clear,
informal, and describes human sexuality in a recognizable
fashion."
--The Therapist
"A penetrating, erotic X-ray into the hidden recesses of our sexual
psyches. Illuminating and incisive, Lehmiller lays bare the gray
matter of great sex."
--Ian Kerner, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of She Comes
First
"A treasure trove of nuggets about the American sexual
psyche...Engaging, provocative, and easy to read."--Dr. Michael
Aaron's Psychology Today blog, "Standard Deviations"
"An excellent choice for readers wanting to know more about their
own fantasies as well as those who are simply curious about
American sexual desires in general."--Library Journal
"As Justin Lehmiller PhD explains so insightfully in his
fascinating new book, Tell Me What You Want, most of us have lots
of turn-ons that would definitely not earn the Good Housekeeping
seal of approval."--Ari Tuickman's Psychology Today Blog, "Sex
Matters"
"Attempts to dispel stereotypes, shed light on why so many of us
imagine similar scenarios, and serve as a guide to helping us talk
about what we desire."--Boston Globe
"Have a deep, dark sex fantasy that you've never shared with
anyone? Turns out, you're not alone. Most people are afraid their
sex fantasies are abnormal, but Justin Lehmiller's newest book
reveals that understanding your erotic imaginings, and sharing them
with your sex partner might be the best, healthiest thing you do
all year. Tell Me What You Want educates, titillates, thrills and
guides us down a marvelous, sexy path that ends in acceptance of
those naughty secrets in the basements of our minds."
--David J. Ley, PhD, author of The Myth of Sex Addiction
"If you've ever had a sexual fantasy and thought, 'Oh God, what's
wrong with me?' a quick read of Tell Me What You Want...might ease
your mind...Lehmiller isn't just putting out a compendium of our
raciest thoughts; he tries to explain what those thoughts do for
the health of our psyches...He gives concrete advice."
--New York Times Book Review
"Lehmiller uses his book as a vehicle to explain how common some
sexual fantasies are--not to mention fantasizing in general--and to
help the reader better fulfill their own desires...Lehmiller's calm
and logical approach to understanding sexuality and improving
sexual satisfaction...is exemplified on nearly every page."--Of Sex
and Love blog
"Lehmiller's groundbreaking book points to an alarming divide
between the conversations we're having about sex and the
conversation we should be having about sex. It provides the nudge
we need to change the conversation--and, in doing so, to live
healthier, hotter lives."--Eli J. Finkel, Professor of Psychology,
Northwestern University
"Lehmiller's smart, warm, sex-positive book breaks the toxic
silence around our sexual fantasies. Reading it may be the best
thing you ever do for your sex life, your relationships and your
self-acceptance."--Geoffrey Miller, author of The Mating Mind,
Spent, and Mate
"Not since Nancy Friday has anyone so comprehensively and
confidently blown the lid off our deep and secret desires, and
revealed the extent to which we humans are endlessly inventive,
flexible sexual and social strategists."--Wednesday Martin, PhD,
author of the New York Times #1 bestseller Primates of Park Avenue
and Untrue
"Offer[s] plenty of insight into the sexual thoughts we all have
but often keep to ourselves."--CNN.com
"Sheds some light on the topic of fantasies, including who has
them, how common they are and how they change over a person's
lifetime."--Wall Street Journal
"The book we've all needed, even if we didn't know it...[A]
barrier-smashing book...Whether you're interested in the world of
sex research, or you just want to understand your own sex fantasies
better, or you're looking for tips for communicating better with
your partner, you'll enjoy and learn from Tell Me What You
Want."--Naked at Our Age blog
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