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Deborah King, attorney, health & wellness expert, and media commentator is the author of the national bestselling book Truth Heals: What You Hide Can Hurt You. See full bio

June 9, 2009, Sex

Comments on "David Carradine: A Study in Risky Sexual Behavior"

David Carradine: A Study in Risky Sexual Behavior

By Deborah King on June 9, 2009 in Mining the Headlines

While the FBI investigates whether David Carradine's death was the result of foul play, it appears more likely that it was a case of auto-erotic asphyxiation (AEA). The question remains whether he acted alone or with a companion. Read More

Thoughtful

Submitted by David Petropoulos on June 9, 2009 - 1:13pm.

This was clearly a suicide from depression. A thoughtful and intelligent commentary. Sincerely,David

Well Said

Submitted by Barbara on June 10, 2009 - 11:24am.

Good commentary on a sad topic. What I would add to this discussion is the fact that Carradine, as a 72-year-old, seems to have needed the risk factor of AEA to enhance his possibly waning sexual prowess. I wonder if Viagra will turn up in his blood work as well.

Sorry

Submitted by McFaul on June 10, 2009 - 11:50am.

Sorry to see such a great actor leave this world in such a sad way. I hope experimenting teenagers can learn a lesson from this tragedy and from your information.