Sacher-Masochism, derived from the name of the Austrian writer Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, refers to a psychological condition where an individual derives pleasure from experiencing pain, humiliation, or submission. This concept is often associated with the broader term masochism, which describes the enjoyment of suffering or being dominated in a sexual context. The term gained prominence through Sacher-Masoch's novel Venus in Furs, where the protagonist seeks a relationship characterized by submission and pain. In modern psychology, masochism is recognized as a legitimate aspect of human sexuality, often explored in consensual settings within the framework of BDSM (Bondage, Discipline, Dominance, Submission, Sadism, and Masochism).