What is low libido?
Low libido, or decreased sex drive, is when a person experiences a lower interest in
sexual activity or sexual thoughts than what they consider normal or healthy. A number
of factors can lead to low libido, including:
- Hormonal imbalances - Low levels of testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone can
reduce sexual desire and responsiveness in both men and women. This is a common cause.
- Medications - Antidepressants, blood pressure drugs, and other medications commonly
cause low libido as a side effect.
- Stress - Chronic stress and fatigue disrupts hormones and lowers sex drive.
- Depression or anxiety - Mental health conditions that result in negative thought
patterns around sexuality and self-image.
Excess alcohol and poor lifestyle habits like smoking and lack of exercise also contribute.
While periods of low libido are normal, consult a doctor if you experience a persistent
lack of sexual desire or pleasure.
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In terms of symptoms, a person with low libido may:
- Rarely or never think about sex
- Find it challenging to become aroused even when desiring intimacy
- Experience decreased pleasure and satisfaction from sex
- No longer have sexual fantasies or ambitions
Low libido may affect personal relationships and self-image negatively. Partners with
mismatched libidos can feel disconnected, frustrated, or rejected. And for the individual
experiencing it, low sex drive can negatively impact body confidence.
Some self-care tips for improving libido include:
- Increase exercise and movement
- Practice stress reduction techniques like yoga and meditation
- Get adequate sleep and rest
- Make time for non-sexual intimacy with your partner
- Explore sexual fantasies through erotic books or ethical porn
- Masturbate more frequently
- Avoid excessive alcohol intake which depresses sexual response
- Trial libido-enhancing herbal supplements like Maca or Ginkgo Biloba
However, if natural self-care strategies and open communication with your partner do not resolve
low sex drive challenges, meet with a doctor to check for underlying medical or psychological issues.