Sexual desire is an individual experience and can vary greatly between different people.
Decreased or diminished desire
Reduced or diminished desire is one of the most common reasons why people seek help from a sexologist.
It is common for up to 30-40% of women and 15-30% of men to experience prolonged periods of decreased sexual desire. In general, sexual desire tends to decrease with age.
Reduced or lost desire is rarely a problem for those who do not have a partner, or for those who are in a relationship where both partners have low desire. In relationships where the partners have different levels of desire, these differences in desire levels can instead create major relationship problems. Similarly, reduced desire can be a problem for those who are not in a relationship, but who want to meet someone, or for those who lack desire.
There are many causes of decreased libido and often several causes interact.
Physical causes can be pain problems somewhere in the body, hormonal imbalance, reduced general condition due to illness, taking various types of medication such as painkillers, opiates and antidepressants, sometimes even contraceptives. Psychological causes can be stress, high demands, fatigue, relationship problems, unsatisfactory sexual experiences.
High sexual desire
High sexual desire, or high sex drive, is described as an excessive or strong sexual desire. Some people may have a naturally high sexual desire, while others may experience periods of increased sexual drive. Excessive sexual drive usually involves obsessive thoughts about sex. Compulsion to perform sexual activities, loss of control over one’s sexuality, sexual habits that cause problems or risks to oneself or others.
About the situation
Disgust is described as when sex with another person or thoughts of sex with another person feel unpleasant or repulsive.
If sexual desire affects your quality of life, your relationship, or other people, it may be wise to seek help.
How can we help you!
Many people find it difficult to talk about sex as it is a private topic that is not usually discussed. Sexuality can also bring up negative feelings such as guilt and shame for some, which makes it even more difficult to talk about their sexuality.
Our sexologists have many years of experience in conversations and counseling about sexuality. Our experience is your security!
During the first conversation, the sexologist will ask you questions to gain an understanding of the problems you are experiencing and how they affect you. The sexologist will listen carefully and empathetically to what you share and ask follow-up questions to gain a deeper understanding of your experiences, feelings and problems. Together you will discuss possible explanations for the sexual problems and where the sexologist will give you advice and tools. The sexologist may also suggest more counseling sessions.
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