EROTIC SEX ASPHYXIATION

Erotic Sex Asphyxiation

Erotic Sex Asphyxiation

What is Erotic Sex Asphyxiation?

Erotic Asphyxiation is the intentional cutting off of oxygen and blood to the brain to become sexually aroused. According to Johnstone & Huws (1997), erotic asphyxiation is also referred to as “Breath Control Play, Autoerotic Asphyxia, or Hypoxyphilia” (Johnstone & Huws, 1997). A person who engages in erotic asphyxiation is known as a gasper. The act of erotic asphyxiation usually involves a rope or scarf that can be tied tightly around the neck, or any object that can cover the mouth and nose to cut off oxygen, such as a ...