Is masturbation harmful? will it affect me in the future?

Question

Ive been masturbating for 4 years since i was 12.

Answer 1

READ THIS :- Masturbation. Most people do it — yet so many people worry about doing it! That's because there are a lot of myths out there that masturbation is dirty, dangerous, or something to be embarrassed about doing. But the truth is, masturbation is safe and healthy, and it's here to stay. People of all ages do it. Guys do it, and girls do it too. Single people and people in relationships do it. Some people do it a few times a day, and some do it a few times a year. Let's get to the bottom of some of the masturbation myths that make people so anxious about being caught red-handed.

Myth #1: Masturbation is unhealthy.

Maybe you've heard that masturbation makes you blind or damages your sex organs. This couldn't be further from the truth. Masturbation is not physically harmful in any way. In fact, it has a number of physical and mental health benefits — here are just a few:


Masturbation releases stress and physical tension. Many people masturbate to relax, and it can help some people fall asleep.


Orgasms — whether they're from masturbation or sex play with a partner — can act as a natural painkiller. One study from 2001 found that orgasm can ease migraines faster than medication. Some women masturbate to relieve menstrual cramps. Research has also shown that orgasms may even prevent endometriosis, a disease of the uterine lining.


One recent study found that frequent ejaculation from masturbating may reduce a man's chances of developing prostate cancer.
Plus, masturbation is the ultimate form of safer sex — there is no risk of pregnancy or infection.

Myth #2: Only people who can't "get any" masturbate.

Here's an interesting fact — people who have regular sex partners actually masturbate more often than those who don't. Some people are concerned when they find out their partners masturbate — they wonder, "Why would someone masturbate when they could just have sex? Does this mean that my partner isn't attracted to me?" But many people — both in relationships and single — masturbate when their partners are unavailable. Some use masturbation as a kind of "dress rehearsal," to learn more about what they find pleasurable. People can learn about their bodies through masturbating, and this can help them communicate better with their partners about what they enjoy sexually.

Myth #3: Girls don't masturbate.

Some people think that it's OK for guys to masturbate and have sex, but that girls shouldn't. Unfortunately, our society is often more comfortable with men expressing their sexuality than with women, so many girls are taught not to masturbate — or not to admit to doing it. But the truth is, girls and women do masturbate, and there's no reason they shouldn't. In fact, one study showed that women who masturbate have higher self-esteem than those who don't.

Myth #4: It's bad to masturbate every day.

Some people masturbate every day — or even more than once a day. That's fine. So is there such a thing as "too much" masturbation? According to counselors, it's only when masturbation gets in the way of daily activities — like going to school or work, or meeting friends — that it would be considered "too much." And not many people have that problem. Also, some people worry that masturbating frequently will affect a girl's fertility or a guy's ability to produce sperm. It doesn't. A guy may find that he has less volume of semen if he ejaculates frequently, and his semen may contain less sperm. But that doesn't mean that his sperm count will be reduced in the future. The testicles produce and store sperm beginning at puberty, and sperm production continues through most of adult life.

So forget those rumors of hairy palms and shrinking penises. Masturbation is a safe and healthy way to relieve sexual tension, explore our sexuality, and discover what feels good. Let's give ourselves a hand — or two!

Answer 2

Masturbation will NOT reduce your chances of having kids in the future, masturbating before having sex will reduce the amount of sperm that you ejaculate but that's about it. As far as feeling 'sexually inactive' I guess you mean feeling less ***** which is true as after you masturbate or have sex you will find your sexual urge drops a bit but it soon recovers. In short there are no negative health affects to masturbation so carry on enjoying it for as long as you can !

Answer 3

Hi, I think you should do it but not more than once every 3-4 days. I think it can affect you mentally and can make you tired especially if you masturbated in the morning. But thats just my opinion. I think the only drawback is tiredness thats if you are unfit. It can sometimes affect your eyes as well but this happens only in some people.

Answer 4

The Only way it might affect you is masturbating instead of going out and getting the real thing ,Dont get so used to it that it replaces a nice wet warm vagina , exspecially if its tight and shes a moaner ,dont forget to lick it before you stick it

Answer 5

Mastrubation is a natural process which 92% of males and 65%females do. For complete details in mastrubation topic get a free letter from an expert sexologist. mail at [e-mail] you can also get free advice on ur sex health issues

Answer 6

It's not harmful . . .and the only way it will affect you is to make you last longer for the ladies - which is a good thing.

Answer 7

Masturbation is a normal, healthy thing to do. It will not have any ill health effects on you whatsoever.

Answer 8

yes, it will cause you to spend an eternity in purgatory. you run the risk of blindness, hairy palms, a successful career as a **** star. it all goes down hill from here.

p.s. i think it is a natural process. to prevent any harm trim your finger nails and take care of your callouses.

Answer 9

no. it is single man's fantasy, i have been doing so when i was of ur age
I am 27 married with two children I still masturbate when my wife is out of town.
i do not have any problem then why should u have so.

Answer 10

I don't think it is harmful. I think it is a healthy habit. It helps to reduce tension in a person's mind.