Sex seems to be the last thing on a lot of female minds. Does reaching orgasm take forever? Does it take way too long to even get aroused? According to iVillage.com, 43% of women report some kind of sexual dysfunction.
To help you pinpoint the problem, the article list top 10 libido killers.
- Oral contraceptives. Birth control stops ovulation, which can also stop sex drive. Talk to your gynecologist about switching to a different pill, or other alternate contraceptive methods.
- Prescription Medication. Antidepressants such as Paxil or Prozac, raise serotonin levels which can affect libido. Again, talk with your doctor and they may be able to adjust the dosage, or change medication.
- Depression. This mood disorder affects the way we feel about ourselves, which includes sex appeal.
- Poor Body Image. If you don't feel good about your body, you are surely in no hurry to show someone else. Your partner can tell you how beautiful you are until he's blue in the face, but if you don't believe it, it's no good.
- Menopause. There are a lot of changes going on with your body during this time. Testosterone production drops by half, which lowers sex drive. Again talk with your doctor, don't be embarrassed, and they can perhaps prescribe hormones to help balance you out.
6. Medical Conditions. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, any of these type of conditions can change a woman's sexual desire.
7. Relationship Problems. Buries anger or resentment towards your partner will squash out any type of arousal. Maybe it's time to seek professional advice or counseling.
8. Stress. It's hard to think about sex when your mind is in fifty different directions. you need to take the time to unwind and have fun.
9. Childbirth and Breastfeeding. Pelvic nerves and muscles can get damaged during child birth which reduces genital sensitivity. Breastfeeding lowers levels of estrogen, and you may also be suffering from postpartum. Give yourself some time to recover and time for your hormones to level out.
10. Routine in the Bedroom. Don't let it get monotonous. Try different positions, or places, Even different times of the day.
I know its hard. I remember asking my friends who had children about my decreased drive, and if they experienced it. At the time I was in my late 20's, and not used to not being "in the mood." I did talk with my doctor, and got it worked out, finally. But its always nice to know you're not alone in situations like this.
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