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  • Also called erotic asphyxiation, autoerotic asphyxia, or breath control play. The practice of a person (called a gasper) of intentionally reducing the amount of oxygen to their brain during sexual stimulation in order to heighten pleasure from orgasm. It is similar to a practice by some youth in modern times which is known as the choking game which provides a sensation (impending loss of consciousness). In the United States, a 2007 report indicated that the risky behavior is claiming up to 1,000 adult or youth victims a year nationwide, according to FBI statistics. (Wikipedia)

    May 29, 2008