The benefits of sex for women include:
- Lower blood pressure
- better immune system
- Better heart health, which may include lower risk of heart disease
- Improve self-esteem
- Reduce depression and anxiety
- increased libido
- Get immediate, natural pain relief
- better sleep
- Increased intimacy and closeness with sexual partners
- Overall reduction in physical and emotional stress
Of course, women have a variety of different lifestyles, situations, and preferences when it comes to sex. Fortunately, all women can experience the benefits of sex, no matter their circumstances.
What about women without a partner?
Having sex alone through masturbation does not stimulate the release of oxytocin or other mood-boosting hormones the way sex in a romantic relationship does. This means some benefits in terms of self-esteem and depression. But women without a partner can still enjoy physiological benefits, such as reduced pain, better sleep and lower blood pressure.
What if the sexual experience doesn’t include orgasm?
Some neurotransmitters do not activate in the absence of orgasm, but many neurotransmitters do. You can release neurochemicals through skin caress, kissing, sexual conversations, intimacy with your partner, and enjoying mutual sexual satisfaction.
What should women who have not had sex for a long time do?
Research shows that the more you have sex, the better your sexual function is. Women who haven't had sex in a while can benefit from figuring out why they aren't having sex. A history of pain, trauma, or other avoidance can all be treated.
What to do about female sexual dysfunction?
Emotional, mental health, and physical issues can affect a woman's ability to enjoy a healthy sex life. All women should be able to enjoy sexual health if they want to, even if they are battling cancer, battling depression, going through menopause, or have bladder or pelvic floor issues.
Hopefully women know it's OK to talk about this issue in a medical setting. Sexual health issues are as important as any other health issue women experience.
