Sex Drive Killers
Some people do many things well when they are stressed. Feeling sexy isn't one of them. Stress at work, home, or in relationships can happen to anyone . Learning how to handle it in a healthy way really helps. You can do a lot of it yourself or get advice from a doctor or a counselor.
Having problems with your partner are among the top sex-drive killers. For women, feeling close is a major part of desire.. For both sexes, watch for fallout from fights, poor communication, feeling betrayed =, or other trust issues. If it's tricky to get back on tract, reach out to a couple's counselor.
A drink may make you feel open to se. But too much alcohol can numb your sex drive. Being drunk can also be a turn-off for your partner.
If your sexual get-up and-go is gone, maybe you're not getting enough sleep. do you go to bed too late or rise too early? Do you have trouble falling asleep, or a condition such as sleep apnea? Anything that messes with a good night's rest can mess with sex. Work on your sleep habits.
You don't lose your sex drive once you're a parent. However, you do lose some time to be close with kids under your foot. Hire a babysitter or try sex during baby's nap time.
Some drugs can turn down desires. They include some of the following:
*Antidepressants
*Blood pressure medications
* Some birth control pills
*Chemotherapy
*Anti-HIV drugs
*Finasteride.
Feeling sexy is easier if you like how you look. Work on accepting your body as it is today, even if you're working to keep in shape. If your partner has low self esteem, assure them they are sexy.
Men with ED(erectile dysfunction ) often worry about how they will be able to perform sexually, and that worry can drain their desire. As men age their testosterone levels may drop bit. Not all lose the desire for sex as this happens , but some do
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For many women, sex drive dims around menopause, That's partly about symptoms such as vaginal dryness and pain during sex . But every woman is different, and it's possible to have a great sex life after menopause by tending to your relationship, self esteem, and overall health.
Credit: WebMD