Sadism Vs Masochism

The 21st Century has brought an eye-opening window to how people view sex. Sex can be seen and even implied in television shows, music, cartoons, movies, etc. Now that we are in the era where talking about sex is not a taboo, there are alternative forms of sexual arousal that have been practiced such as sadomasochism (sadism and masochism). People, who practice “Sadism,” are known as “Sadists.” They enjoy and get sexually aroused by inflicting pain. People who practice “Masochism” are known as “Masochists.” These people enjoy receiving pain during sexual play. Since the release of the series Fifty Shades of Grey, there have been big controversies between people who recognize sadomasochism as strictly sexual play between consenting
Such acts include: beating, blindfolding, whipping, burning, biting, etc. The fantasies of sadistic activities usually start in childhood. However, the sadistic fantasies are not usually carried out until early adulthood. Since sadists are aroused by the act of inflicting pain, then it makes since that a sadist is going to seek out a masochist. Not all, but some, sadists and masochists cannot function sexually without sadomasochism activities. Others may have normal “vanilla” sexual relations at times. There is really no exact answer as to why certain people practice sadism and/or masochism. For some masochists, being compliant is a therapeutic escape from guilt and stress. For others, being controlled makes them feel safe and protected. A masochist usually wants the approval of the dominant or sadist. A sadist may enjoy the power and the dominance over another person. Sometimes the suffering of another just arouses them. No one really knows why these behaviors transfer to sexual
There are several different types of treatment associated with Sadomasochism; including but not limited to: “psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, aversion and positive behavioral therapy approaches, reality therapy, medications, hormonal treatment, reconditioning and restructuring techniques.”(Dover, 2012). Social skills training are another form of treatment. It is said that Sadists and Masochists could have difficulty forming healthy relationships. Programs for sexual addicts such as twelve-step have been helpful to many people seeking help. Other forms of therapy have proven helpful such as couples and family therapy for those who are in the “Sadomasochism” lifestyle. Sadomasochism is a part of a community known as BDSM. This acronym stands for Bondage, Dominance, Sadism and Masochism. Sadomasochism is the sexual pleasure from receiving and/ or inflicting pain mostly through sexual activity. Sadism is the pleasure of inflicting pain while masochism is the pleasure of receiving