Female M*****bation: 5 Things You May Not Know
Men may talk about it more often, but women do it, too.
More than half of American women 18-49 masturbate at least once every 3 months, according to a study from The Kinsey Institute, and that’s true for single women and those who are coupled up. Self-pleasure doesn’t have the stigma it once did, says Nicole Prause, PhD, but myths still affect the way that some women feel about it -- and how they do (or don’t) touch themselves.
Here are some points you should know about m*****bation.
1. It’s good for you.
m*****bating increases blood flow throughout your body and releases feel-good brain chemicals called endorphins. “That may explain why there’s a clear mood benefit, even if you don’t orgasm,” says Prause, a s*xuality researcher at UCLA. And while men are more likely to talk about blowing off steam by m*****bating, research suggests it’s a stress-reliever for both sexes. “It takes your mind [off your worries] while activating areas of the brain associated with pleasure,” Prause says.
m*****bating increases blood flow throughout your body and releases feel-good brain chemicals called endorphins. “That may explain why there’s a clear mood benefit, even if you don’t orgasm,” says Prause, a s*xuality researcher at UCLA. And while men are more likely to talk about blowing off steam by m*****bating, research suggests it’s a stress-reliever for both sexes. “It takes your mind [off your worries] while activating areas of the brain associated with pleasure,” Prause says.
2. It improves your s*x life.
M*****bation can make you s*xually comfortable and confident. “It puts you in touch with your desires and gives you the chance to get to know your own body,” says s*xuality educator Yvonne K. Fulbright, PhD. “Experimenting with what feels good and makes you respond positively can lead to better s*xual experiences, both alone and with a partner.”
If you have trouble reaching orgasm, it’s a private, stress-free way to try different types of touch and pressure to see what helps you climax, Fulbright says.
M*****bation can make you s*xually comfortable and confident. “It puts you in touch with your desires and gives you the chance to get to know your own body,” says s*xuality educator Yvonne K. Fulbright, PhD. “Experimenting with what feels good and makes you respond positively can lead to better s*xual experiences, both alone and with a partner.”
If you have trouble reaching orgasm, it’s a private, stress-free way to try different types of touch and pressure to see what helps you climax, Fulbright says.
3. It can ease postmenopause s*x problems.
Many women see changes during menopause. M*****bation can help, says Judi Chervenak, MD, a gynecologist at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.
“The v**ina can actually narrow, which can make intercourse and v*ginal exams more painful.” But m*****bation, especially with a water-based lubricant, can help prevent narrowing, boost blood flow, relieve some tissue and moisture problems, and increase sexual desire, Chervenak says.
Many women see changes during menopause. M*****bation can help, says Judi Chervenak, MD, a gynecologist at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.
“The v**ina can actually narrow, which can make intercourse and v*ginal exams more painful.” But m*****bation, especially with a water-based lubricant, can help prevent narrowing, boost blood flow, relieve some tissue and moisture problems, and increase sexual desire, Chervenak says.
4. It doesn’t have to be quick (or end with an orgasm).
The media may suggest otherwise, but m*****bation isn’t just a “quickie” experience. That’s OK. “Rushing can make it less enjoyable, and so can focusing too much on orgasm,” Fulbright says. “Give yourself time to touch all parts of your body or try different positions, and don’t feel pressure to climax.”
The media may suggest otherwise, but m*****bation isn’t just a “quickie” experience. That’s OK. “Rushing can make it less enjoyable, and so can focusing too much on orgasm,” Fulbright says. “Give yourself time to touch all parts of your body or try different positions, and don’t feel pressure to climax.”
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