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Sub-Drop is what can sometimes happen after play. The feelings are akin to depression.
A whole mix of body chemicals get released during play - endorphines, natural opiates, adrenaline and seratonine. Not being medically qualified I can't claim to know all the "ins and outs" of all this, but these are very powerful chemicals, some of them akin to some heavy non-prescription drugs!
All these being released in the body has an impact.
After play, sometimes Subs can feel a bit down. This is something that both the Sub and the Dom should be aware of.
I think it might be a little bit like the "small death" and the "sadness" that all animals are supposed to feel after making love.
Doms need to be aware of Sub-drop and also the need for emotional and other care post-session. Different Subs react to play in different ways, some need hugs and cuddles, some need a period of reflection, some need warmth, e.g. being wrapped in a towel etc.
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