Todays culture representations are becoming progressively acceptable to not only enjoy the acts of BDSM but also to be seen enjoying and admitting to the pleasure. Furthermore, BDSM is portrayed in a variety of ways and has began to influence popular culture. These influences are important because they can alter the way the public understands what is acceptable sexual pleasure compared to what is instead a representation of sexual torture. These decisions can have an immense impact on people’s sexual lives and can lead to mistreatment.
