Which of the following statements about domination and submission is false?
A) These activities involve consenting adults and normally do not result in psychological distress.
B) The term "sadomasochism" is used by psychiatrists and psychologists to refer to domination and submission.
C) The dominant partner is perceived as all-powerful and the submissive partner as powerless.
D) The majority of people who engage in domination and submission do so as a form of sexual enhancement.

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The term "sadomasochism" is no longer used by psychologists and psychiatrists to refer to domination and submission, as it is considered stigmatizing and outdated terminology. Instead, they use terms such as BDSM (bondage and discipline, domination and submission, sadism and masochism) to refer to consensual activities involving power dynamics and physical or psychological control.

Which of the Following Statements About Domination and Submission Is