Welcome to the EmpowHER community. Thank for reaching out to us with your issue. It is a very commonly voiced one on this website.
I can appreciate your feelings and am glad that both of you have talked about this.
Libido or sexual desire varies among individuals. Levels vary among the sexes. Generally, men have a high libido during their younger years, while women can peak past the age of 30.
Physical conditions can affect one's sex drive. Erectile dysfunction and medications have an impact.
Consider an appointment with your boyfriend's primary care physician to rule out a physiologic cause.
You mention that he hasn't been in a relationship for eight years. It is possible that the relationship left him with emotional scares, such a feeling sexually inadequate or vulnerable.
Consider seeking counseling with a professional trained in couple's counseling.
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Hello Jezebeth,
Welcome to the EmpowHER community. Thank for reaching out to us with your issue. It is a very commonly voiced one on this website.
I can appreciate your feelings and am glad that both of you have talked about this.
Libido or sexual desire varies among individuals. Levels vary among the sexes. Generally, men have a high libido during their younger years, while women can peak past the age of 30.
Physical conditions can affect one's sex drive. Erectile dysfunction and medications have an impact.
Consider an appointment with your boyfriend's primary care physician to rule out a physiologic cause.
You mention that he hasn't been in a relationship for eight years. It is possible that the relationship left him with emotional scares, such a feeling sexually inadequate or vulnerable.
Consider seeking counseling with a professional trained in couple's counseling.
Regards,
September 22, 2015 - 9:17amMaryann
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