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Busting some myths around masturbation
Why masturbation awareness?
One may think, why awareness of masturbation. Because it’s not talked about enough. It’s a taboo topic for many and only talked about in hushed tones. This leads to fear, myths, and misconceptions. This makes it necessary to raise awareness and provide effective information around this topic.
Is it okay to engage in masturbation? I have heard it is unhealthy or wrong
Masturbation is neither morally wrong nor bad for the body. It helps to release tension and stress. It releases adrenaline, oxytocin, endorphins and serotonin - helping you regulate stress and boost your overall mood. The release of endorphins can also help you lower your blood pressure and act as a sleeping aid. Research shows that regular ejaculation helps men have a better body mass index and a lower risk of prostate cancer, be it through sexual intercourse or masturbation. In females, the muscular attention to the area has also been known to relieve menstrual cramps. And it is the ultimate safe sex!
Is it bad for your relationship?
It is assumed that masturbation while in a relationship would get in the way and negativity impact your relationship. However it can actually enhance your partnership. Firstly, regular masturbation can keep oneself sexually and physically confident. It helps to know your own body and likes to direct your partner towards the same. As for your sexual health, it seems the older you get, the more you should do it (use it or lose it) as it works towards maintaining and improving blood flow and libido.
When does it become a problem?
In some scenarios, it can be problematic. You need to see a sexologist or a therapist for when-
When masturbation takes up a lot of your time & energy
Your personal professional life are getting hampered
When you cancel events or important meetings to masturbate
When you masturbate in public places because you can't hold the urge
You mastutbate even when not aroused or out of boredom
You feel guilty after masturbation
You masturbate even when you don't want to
Talk about it, seek help when needed, and break free from ignorance and fear.
Go ahead and give yourself a hand!!