Drowning Play (BDSM): Risks and Dangers of Breath Play
Definition : Drowning play is the most dangerous form of "breath play." It is no longer about controlling breathing but suppressing it with water.
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- Drowning Play, Jeu de noyade, breath play, panic, terror, submission, risks, dry drowning, BDSM
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- Vocabulary of BDSM Practices, Humiliation & Degradation, Sexual Games and Practices
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What is Drowning Play (Jeu de Noyade)?
Drowning play is the most dangerous form of “breath play.” It is no longer about controlling breathing but suppressing it with water. The principle is to simulate drowning, often by pouring water over the face covered with a cloth.
What are the sensations of Drowning Play?
The sensation is pure panic, a primal terror that can be extremely exciting for some. The body fights to survive, instinct takes over, and it is in this total loss of control that the submissive finds their pleasure.
Why is Drowning Play so dangerous?
The problem is that there is no margin for error. It is almost impossible to control the amount of water that enters the lungs. A single teaspoon can be enough to cause pneumonia or death.
What is “dry drowning” and its risks?
Even worse, there is a phenomenon called “dry drowning.” This can occur hours after the scene. Water irritating the lungs can cause a fatal spasm much later. This is one of the few games that even the most experienced professionals refuse to practice, as it is simply uncontrollable and deadly. You have been warned.