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The Choking Game What is The "Choking Game"? It is not a game!!! There are many variations, but it is cutting off blood flow and consequently oxygen to the brain. Why do kids play this? A lot of kids feel that since they are not using alcohol or drugs, this is a safe alternative to getting drunk or high. These kids feel dizzy or lightheaded with the lack of oxygen. What damage can be caused by the "The Choking Game"? People can suffer Brain damage, severe lacerations, broken bones, broken necks, heart attacks, strokes and ultimately death. So when did the Choking Game start? Well, there are allusions to the "breath play" going back to Roman Times. What are signs that someone is playing this? Blood shot eyes, frequent headaches, unexplained bruises around the neck, Petechial hemorrhage around eyes, locked doors, sudden secretive behavior, ropes, nooses, belts and wear marks on bed posts, closet rods. |
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