BDSM (or B, D, D/s, S&M) (Bondage Domination Sadism Masochism): refers to the presence of bondage, discipline, dominance/submission, and/or sadomasochism in either sexual practices or as a lifestyle relationship. Not all aspects of the term BDSM may be included within a single fic, so many authors may distinguish which specific elements are involved, ie: spanking. A BDSM AU is one in which everyone is either a dominant or a submissive and BDSM relationships are considered the norm. Be advised that while a healthy BDSM relationship is consensual and not dangerous, if handled incorrectly it can result in abusive behavior considered Bad BDSM Etiquette. May be mild (PG-13) to extreme (NC-17). This can frequently be a squick for many people, so should be listed in the author's warnings.
See also: Aftercare, Bondage, Discipline and/or Safewords
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