Would tend to make me more reluctant.

I have plenty of real-life drama to begin with. I want an hour or two of pure, lighthearted fun and escapism.

Also, whenever I observe one person talking about another, my first thought is always "I wonder what he/she says about ME?"

This is ultimately a business and some people don't deal well with competition.  I want no part of the drama or bullshit pettiness that goes on and prefer to lay low rather than draw attention to myself.  I think some people (providers and clients) get too caught up in things--this isn't a relationship, its a business that revolves around fantasy, and if someone can't draw the line between the two then he or she shouldn't participate.

It depends on the person involved. Some are always into drama, some get dragged into it. Generally, if it's someone I don't know, and there is drama, they will not get my business. Not even close.

... catfights that take place publicly - on TER or other venues - make both parties look bad, imo.