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Translational Andrology and Urology: “Erectile dysfunction in fit and healthy young men: psychological or pathological?”

When we have sex, the physical signals felt by the body send signals through our nerves to the brain — which reacts by releasing chemicals that make us experience even more pleasure.

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The potential benefits of abstaining from sex, depending on the individual and their situation, include: Rider, J. R., et al. (2016). Ejaculation frequency and risk of prostate cancer: Updated results with an additional decade of follow-up [Abstract]. In males, prostate health can benefit from frequent ejaculation, whether this is with another person or alone. A 2016 study found that men who ejaculated at least 21 times per month had a lower risk of prostate cancer compared with those who ejaculated 4–7 times per month. Sex is more relaxed than it was in their 20s and 30s, when they had so much responsibility and little time. And it’s deeper because they feel more connected. “We nearly lost each other,” Anne says. She emphasises their relationship is far from perfect; they argue plenty. But she has overcome some of the sexual barriers from the past and feels more present during sex. Much of it is related to their awareness that time is running out, which makes intimacy feel more sacred. Now, at the end of sex, one of them says a version of, “Thank you, God, for one more time.” American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists: “Having a Baby After Age 35: How Aging Affects Fertility and Pregnancy.”

Scientists know that certain parts of the brain are associated with pleasure, becoming more active after consuming food or drugs — or having sex. Older people get little guidance about any of this. Realistic portrayals in the media are rare. Some couples therapists don’t talk about sex with their clients. https://www.europeanurology.com/article/S0302-2838(16)00377-8/abstract/ejaculation-frequency-and-risk-of-prostate-cancer-updated-results-with-an-additional-decade-of-follow-up

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Most physicians don’t ask questions and don’t know what to do if there’s a problem,” says Dr June La Valleur, a recently retired obstetrician-gynaecologist and associate professor who taught at the University of Minnesota’s medical school. “They think their patients are going to be embarrassed. In my opinion, you cannot call yourself a holistic practitioner unless you ask those questions.” Along with pleasure, they may be getting benefits that are linked to sex: a stronger immune system, improved cognitive function, cardiovascular health in women and lower odds of prostate cancer. And research – and common sense – suggests, too, that sex improves sleep, reduces stress and cultivates emotional intimacy.

Couples also talked about the importance of creating a setting for sex: turning on music, putting away laptops, taking showers, cleaning the room. It’s not about aiming to have the ultimate experience all the time. Even extraordinary lovers have merely satisfying sex at times. What matters overall is having “sex worth wanting”, Kleinplatz says. You say you know vaguely what the deal is here, but legal and age issues aside, I'd love for you to be much more informed than that when making these choices for yourself: I'd love it if you could feel more like an expert before taking this step. However, research shows that having regular sex can result in certain health benefits, including improved immune system function, reduced blood pressure, lower stress levels, and less risk of cardiovascular events. Learn more about the health benefits of sex here. Few senior-living communities offer much – if any – sex information for residents or training for staff. A sex educator tells me about one older woman looking for information on sex and ageing at a senior centre. She couldn’tMen, significantly more than women, also endorsed reasons indicating experience seeking and mere opportunity. Examples include ‘‘The person was 'available,'’’ ‘‘The opportunity presented itself,’’ and ‘‘I wanted to increase the number of partners I had experienced.’’ marriage into their relationship. If she wanted to hold on to him, Anne decided, she needed to try opening up. David worked to be less expectant. And slowly, in their 70s, they moved toward more intimate and compelling sex. It’s not surprising that sex can diminish with age: estrogen typically drops in women, which may lead to vaginal dryness and, in turn, pain. Testosterone declines for women and men, and erection problems become more commonplace.

Same goes for having the kinds of interpersonal negotiation and communication skills that it usually takes most folks longer to get a handle on than in the first 13 years of their lives. Sex always keeps, and it's always better (emotionally, as well as just for our enjoyment) when we only have it when we've got all we need to have it safely and soundly.And she wasn’t thrilled with the one she’d received for her birthday. But by then, her daughters, one of whom runs female-sexuality retreats, had given her a few others. She tested them out until she found the right one. “I didn’t think I had it in me anymore,” Roslyn says. “I was amazed at what it did to me.” She could feel the sensations from her toes to her scalp. In their waning days and with aching bodies, they were missing out on a chance for easy, deep pleasure.