Citation

Johnstone J, Huws R. J. Sex Marital Ther. 1997; 23(4): 326-332.

Affiliation

Gwent Clinic for Sexual and Relationship Difficulties, Newport, South Wales, United Kingdom.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

9427211

Abstract

Autoerotic asphyxia is the induction of a state of oxygen deficiency to enhance sexual excitement and orgasm. It has been practiced for centuries, and there are many reports of fatalities. The authors report a case of a living participant that shows a number of characteristics different from those of fatalities. The case study also raises doubt about the conventional view that participants have no wish to die. We feel that further case studies of living participants will lead to a greater understanding of the practice and will facilitate treatment.

Language: en