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How can I decrease my libido?

How can I decrease my libido?

If you feel that your libido is too high and having a negative impact on your life, here are a few ways you might be able to manage it.

Diet

Psychotherapy

Work on your relationships

Medication

Stop illicit drug use.

DIET:-

  1. Aphrodisiacs are foods or medications that increase your libido — anaphrodisiacs are the opposite. 
  2. licorice may lower testosterone levels.
  3. Soy has also been claimed to lower libido in men by lowering testosterone.
  4. Mediterranean diet had the lowest levels of sexual dysfunction.

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Work on your relationships

Work on your relationships

If you’re currently in a relationship but not satisfied with your sex life, you may want to discuss this with your partner to come to a mutual consensus as to how sex can be fully satisfying for both of you.

If you’re not currently in a sexual relationship but would like to be, be transpare...

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Some questions you can ask yourself to judge if you may have com

Some questions you can ask yourself to judge if you may have com

  • Do you feel unable to manage your sexual impulses?
  • Are your sexual behaviors causing you distress?
  • Is your sexual behavior hurting your relationships or having negative consequences?
  • Are you trying to hide your sexual behavior?

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How does your libido work?

How does your libido work?

First it's important what libido is ?

it’s simply a term for your desire for sexual activity.

  • If you have a penis, you’ll generally experience an erection as blood flows into tissues in the penis
  • If you have a vulva, the vagina will often experience an increased productio...

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What are some tips for healthy sex?

What are some tips for healthy sex?

Here are some tips:

  • Engage in a relaxing activity before sex. Doing something relaxing.
  • Communicate your desires. Make it clear to your partner what you want so that both of you can work together to feel satisfied.
  • Talk about boundaries. If there are things in the bedr...

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Biological, psychological, and social factors all play a role in

Biological, psychological, and social factors all play a role in

  • Biological factors such as your levels of testosterone or estrogen, overall health, and presence of illness.
  • Psychological factors such as stress, presence of mental...

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Medication

Medication

In some cases, your doctor may recommend medications to reduce sexual urges, including:

  • Corticosteroids
  • Chemotherapy or radiation
  • Hormones for prostate cancer
  • Opioids like morphine (MorphaBond) and oxycodone (OxyContin)
  • Ketoconazole, an antifungal medica...

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Stop illicit drug use

Stop illicit drug use

Cocaine and methamphetamines are two illicit drugs that can increase your sex drive, and reducing their use can help lower your sex drive.

Quitting these types of drugs can be difficult by yourself, but there are a number of support groups and services available for you.

Call the Subs...

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The takeaway

The takeaway

Your libido is another name for your sex drive. Your libido is individual to you, and what’s normal for you may not be normal for somebody else.

Generally, a high libido is only a concern if it’s causing issues with your relationships or life. Talk to your partner, your doctor, or a counsel...

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How can I determine my libido?

How can I determine my libido?

Many factors can influence your libido. If you think you may have a hormone imbalance, it’s a good idea to visit your doctor. Hormone tests may be able to provide insight on whether your high libido has a physical cause.

Changes in your sex hormone levels can influence your sex drive and ca...

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When should I see a doctor?

When should I see a doctor?

Compulsive sexual behavior, sometimes called sex addiction or hypersexuality disorder, refers to sexual behavior that disrupts your life.

Here are some signs that you may be experiencing compulsive sexual behavior:

  • Difficulty maintaining healthy relationships
  • Engaging in ...

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Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy

If your doctor doesn’t suspect that your high libido has a physical cause, they may recommend that you seek therapy or counseling.

Speaking with a therapist can help you uncover reasons that may be triggering your experience of high libido and help you learn techniques to manage it.

T...

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How to Decrease Libido

How to Decrease Libido

Your libido is also commonly referred to as your sex drive — it’s your emotional and mental desire for sex.

Your libido is individual to you and varies widely between people. What you experience as normal libido might be higher or lower than what somebody else experiences....

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