Stress impacts women’s sexual desire more than men’s
Stress impacts women's sexual desire more than men's, study finds.
Why it matters
- Shows how stress affects sexual desire differently in women and men.
- Understanding the link between stress and sexuality is crucial for sexual health.
By the numbers
- Study included 63 participants (32 women, 31 men) aged 19-32.
- Monitored for 14 days with up to six daily reports.
The big picture
- Stress and sexuality are interconnected through hormonal, emotional, and cognitive processes.
- Sexual activity can lower cortisol levels, indicating a biological stress-reducing effect.
What they're saying
- Comments discuss personal experiences and evolutionary perspectives on stress and reproduction.
Caveats
- Participants were young, healthy, and heterosexual, limiting generalizability.
What’s next
- Further research needed in diverse populations and potential interventions.