Breath Control
Definition
Breathplay:
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Erotic asphyxiation, asphyxiophilia, breath control
play, or scarfing, is the practice of intentionally reducing
the amount of oxygen to the brain during sexual stimulation in
order to heighten the received pleasure from orgasm. One of
the most potentially dangerous SM activities, requiring
responsibility, trust and scrupulous safety
practice.
Gas Mask
- A gas mask is a
mask worn on the face to restrict breathing
Leather/Cloth Hoods
- A hood worn over the entire
head and face to restrict breathing. The intensity of a hood
during breath play can vary depending on the thickness
of the hood and material used.
ReBreathing
- or suffocation involves breathing
into an airtight reservoir so that the amount of oxygen in the
air gradually decreases. Simplest form is a polythene bag held
over the head - easily removed and giving the odd sensation of
being able to see the surroundings almost as normal while the
oxygen runs out. Fetish devices include breathing tubes linked
to valved rebreathe bladders as used in anesthesia. Or simply
hold your noses and breathe in and out of each others' mouths
for a while.
Toys Used During This Activity
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Additional Resources
Jay
Wiseman's Essays on Breath Control
Medical Realities of Breath Control Play
