This article is a translation of the following Japanese article:
Original: オナニーと健康の関係｜体に悪い？メリット・デメリットを正しく知る
“Is it true that masturbation is bad for your body?”
“Does it affect your health if you do it too much?”
“Do I need to feel guilty?”
There is a lot of information on the internet regarding masturbation, and
many people have concerns and questions.
In conclusion,
Masturbation is not an “unhealthy act” from a medical perspective.
Author: “Having the correct knowledge is the shortest way to reduce unnecessary anxiety.”
What is masturbation? Medical position
Masturbation (masturbation) and refer to
the act of providing sexual stimulation to oneself.
This is
- Adolescence
- 成人
- 高齢期
This is a completely natural physiological behavior that can be seen at any age.
In many medical and sexological fields,
masturbation within a healthy range is considered to be okay.
Main effects of masturbation on the body
① Stress reduction/relaxation effect
Due to masturbation and sexual arousal
- Endorphins
- Oxytocin
, are secreted.
This allows
- Feeling calmer
- Relieve stress
- Temporary refreshment
.
Author: “Feeling calm is a natural reaction of the body.”
② Impact on sleep quality
By being in a relaxed state,
- Sleep better
- Relieve tension
.
However,
does not have the same effect on everyone.
③ Leads to understanding of sexual function and body
Masturbation is
- Know your body’s reactions
- Control sexual tension
There are also aspects that lead to self-understanding.
In particular,
- Excessive patience
- Anxiety and tension
Not accumulating too much
will affect your mental and physical balance.
Why masturbation is said to be bad for the body
① Fatigue due to overdoing
If the frequency is extremely high,
- Lack of sleep
- Decreased concentration
- Fatigue
.
This is not caused by masturbation itself, but is most often caused by
disturbance of life rhythm.
② Stress due to guilt and anxiety
For masturbation
- “Don’t do it”
- “Embarrassing”
If you have a strong belief,
the “guilt” becomes more stressful than the act itself.
Author: “In many cases, it is not the actions that are the problem, but the way one thinks.”
③ Impact on daily life
If the following conditions persist, you need to be careful.
- It interferes with work or study
- Putting it above human relationships
- Even though I want to quit, I feel like I can’t.
In this case, the perspective of stress coping and addiction tendencies is more important than
sexual issues.
Relationship between masturbation and hormones/physical condition
Masturbation itself is
- Unbalances hormones
- Consequently consumes physical strength
There is no medical basis for this.
However,
- Sleep
- Eating
- Lifestyle
is out of order,
coupled with poor physical condition, it is easy to feel that it is having a negative impact.
How to approach healthily
① Look at “impact on daily life” rather than frequency
What is important in terms of health is
- 回数
- year old
More important than
Is it interfering with your daily life?
② Don’t blame yourself too much
Masturbation is
- This is not an unusual behavior
- I’m not sick
Being aware of this will lead to
mental stability.
Author: “Just understanding that it’s ‘normal’ will make you feel much better.“
③ See it as a sign of fatigue or stress
If you feel that the frequency is increasing,
- Lack of sleep
- Strong stress
- Loneliness
Let’s use this as an opportunity to
review your entire life to see if anything is hidden.
If this happens, please consult
- Continued strong anxiety and self-hatred
- Feeling unable to control actions
- Everyday life is difficult due to sexual concerns
In such cases,
Consultation at a psychosomatic medicine, psychiatry, or sexual consultation center is also an option.
Summary | “Balance” is important for masturbation and health
Masturbation (masturbation) is
✔ Acts that are medically harmless
✔ May lead to stress reduction
✔ If you do not disrupt your lifestyle, there will be little negative impact on your health
It is considered.
The important thing is
- Don’t get too anxious
- Don’t blame yourself
- Look at the balance of your overall life
Things.
Author: “If you have the right knowledge, you won’t have to worry more than necessary. Please take care of your physical and mental state.“
