Who Masturbates?
Just about everybody. Masturbation is a very common behavior, even among people who have sexual relations with a partner. In one national study, 95% of males and 89% of females reported that they have masturbated. Masturbation is the first sexual act experienced by most males and females. In young children, masturbation is a normal part of the growing child's exploration of his or her body. Most people continue to masturbate in adulthood, and many do so throughout their lives.
Why Do People Masturbate?
In addition to feeling good, masturbation is a good way of relieving the sexual tension that can build up over time, especially for people without partners or whose partners are not willing or available for sex. Masturbation also is a safe sexual alternative for people who wish to avoid pregnancy and the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases. It also is necessary when a man must give a semen sample for infertility testing or for sperm donation. When sexual dysfunction is present in an adult, masturbation may be prescribed by a sex therapist to allow a person to experience an orgasm (often in women) or to delay its arrival (often in men).
Is Masturbation Normal?
While it once was regarded as a perversion and a sign of a mental problem, masturbation now is regarded as a normal, healthy sexual activity that is pleasant, fulfilling, acceptable and safe. It is a good way to experience sexual pleasure and can be done throughout life.
Masturbation is only considered a problem when it inhibits sexual activity with a partner, is done in public, or causes significant distress to the person. It may cause distress if it is done compulsively and/or interferes with daily life and activities.
Is Masturbation Harmful?
In general, the medical community considers masturbation to be a natural and harmless expression of sexuality for both men and women. It does not cause any physical injury or harm to the body, and can be performed in moderation throughout a person's lifetime as a part of normal sexual behavior. Some cultures and religions oppose the use of masturbation or even label it as sinful. This can lead to guilt or shame about the behavior.
Some experts suggest that masturbation can actually improve sexual health and relationships. By exploring your own body through masturbation, you can determine what is erotically pleasing to you and can share this with your partner. Some partners use mutual masturbation to discover techniques for a more satisfying sexual relationship and to add to their mutual intimacy.
2007-01-08 06:07:29
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answered by Komsat/sad 4
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Don't believe everything you hear or see on the internet.No one checks it for accuracy, although the system of"peer review" in Yahoo answers, does help to form a balanced opinion.Masturbation is the auto-sexual form of sexuality. There is physiologically no difference to interactive sex. The orgasm is the same. It is not emotionally harmful , except if you feel guilty about it. Sexuality linked to love,and at times procreation, is one of life's greatest gifts..Masturbation is a safe substitute and preparation for marital sex.Four to five times a week is very average.Don't worry about conspiracies that drug firms are trying to cover up some imaginary harm from masturbation. If anything the Drug firms are very active in promoting medication like Viagra ,to enhance the ability for better sex.
2016-03-29 15:47:14
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answered by Anonymous
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Yes you are new to the board, and the Q has been asked many times before. You might have religious convictions or moral questions. they are up to you to balance. But the old saying "every ones doin it, doin it". Remember its one of the best pleasures that you can do for your self when you want and you do not have to pay any one for it, maybe. Choice again there. Some times it fun to share.
2007-01-08 01:26:31
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answered by wmf936 5
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If you has used the search facility for your question, you would see that questions regarding masturbation have been asked over 1000 times.
2007-01-08 00:48:49
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answered by Anonymous
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Masturbation is NOT harmful to you physically. Emotionally it may be if by masturbating often takes the lace of forming good opposite sex relationships. Good luck.
Chow!!
2007-01-08 02:03:51
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answered by No one 7
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masterbation is mor healthy than harmful to you. this is because when doing this it helps the bild up of sperm. it gets rid of the old and in with the new!!!
2007-01-08 01:16:17
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answered by Anonymous
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not at alll bad for you...its a healthy practice and many married people also indulge in it....go ahead and enjoy!
2007-01-07 23:24:51
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answered by lilbit 3
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It's normal.
2007-01-08 02:10:53
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answered by S K 7
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It can make hair grow on you palms or even worse make you go BLIND!!
2007-01-08 05:53:17
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answered by ME 3
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As long as you don't use sand-paper it is perfectly fine.
2007-01-07 23:26:18
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answered by C J 3
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