Long story shortit’s very good for your mental health.
Read ahead to learn exactly why that is.
Masturbation is no different.
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An orgasm, as you might have guessed, will boost your mood even more.
When you climax during sex or masturbation, the body releasesoxytocin.
This release of oxytocin is what causes you to feel that post-orgasmic bliss.
Research shows that those blissful feelings can last long after you’ve had your orgasm as well.
How great is that?
You only need to focus on what feels best for you.
When you masturbate, you get to be the star of your own show.
So, relax and give yourself the pleasure you deserve.
One study reported that most women felt sexually empowered rather than ashamed by masturbation."
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It’s just you, so there’s really no rush!
These all reflect positive mental health impacts.
This may be reflective of asexual addiction, which may require treatment.
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