Why your libido could be drained
Published January 16th, 2008 in Libido ArticlesMore than ever, we find ourselves struggling daily to balance work and home life, whilst also trying to fit in a social life. It is no wonder that all of this can have adverse affects on a woman’s sex drive. Research conducted by The American medical association has indicated that around 43% of formerly sexually active women now experience a loss in their sexual appetite. However, if you are one of these people, do not worry that your problem will never be solved as there are various techniques and remedies available.
This loss is common mostly in women in their late twenties to thirties, and can also occur in men. Many of the symptoms connected with women’s loss of sex drive are however temporary and are easily cured with adequate treatment. It is vital however to assess all your options and to get to the root cause of you reduced libido, or sex drive. Causes are typically either psychological or physiological. Below are some of the most common causes of each type.
Physical causes
Debilitating disease or illness
While the common cold or migraine obviously has a negative affect on our sexual appetite, more serious illness that people suffer from, such as diabetes and so on can really negatively affect your drive. However all is not lost and you can still find ways to help improve and remedy it.
Alcohol
For men it typically causes impotence, and for women with alcohol problems, it can seriously affect their sexual arousal. Alcohol abuse has both physical and mental side affects all of which have an undesired affect on your libido. From alcohol abuse stem problems such as depression which then reproduce further problems when it comes to your libido.
Anemia
Iron deficiency in your blood, meaning a low number of red blood cells can leave a person tired, even fatigued, with low levels of stamina. Finding the energy and strength to perform is a common problem for anemics, although they may still have their libido and sex drive, people who suffer from anemia may be physically unable to perform.
Psychological causes
Sexual abuse or rape
Prior negative sexual experiences is likely to create negative feelings and emotions when thinking about or attempting to have sexual relations. A woman who has been raped is likely to view sex as highly unpleasant and as a traumatic experience. Counseling and psychotherapy however has proved to be very successful for many victims.
Stress and anxiety
Symptoms such a stress, anxiety and depression are bound to have negative affects on your libido. There are many cure for such problems, for which it is best to consult your doctor. If you suffer from any of these do not worry that they are insolvable, because they can be cured through various mechanisms and once you are restored back to your normal psychological health you will automatically experience a difference in you sex drive and libido, and be able to enjoy a healthy and regular sex life once again.
