Even though you might feel embarrassed to talk about it, most teens do masturbate (touch yourself for sexual pleasure). It is normal to masturbate whether you are sexually active with others or not. It also has many health benefits, like relieving stress.

Do most people masturbate?

Many people masturbate. Even if they don’t talk about it, it is common for people of any gender or age to do it.

Even children sometimes discover that touching their genitals feels good. So, if you notice kids touching their genitals, let them know that it is okay to explore their bodies, but it is something that is to be done in private.

People masturbate for various reasons, they like to relax, understand their body better, and release sexual tension when their partner is not around. But the bottom line is that people masturbate because it feels good!

Many assume that masturbation is something you do only when you don’t have a sex partner. But this is far from the truth. Some people masturbate daily, others rarely, and some never at all. People have different ways of masturbating, and there is no ‘normal’ way to do it.

Is it okay to masturbate?

From a medical point, there is nothing wrong with masturbation. It is a perfectly normal activity for people of all genders to masturbate.

However, masturbation goes against the beliefs of some religions and other groups. This is why many people have conflicting feelings about masturbation.

Some people assume that masturbation causes physical problems. But this is not true. Here are some myths and facts about masturbation.

Myths And Facts About Masturbation

Some of the common masturbation myths are:

  • You will go blind
  • You will become mentally ill
  • It will stun your growth
  • You will grow hair or warts on your palms
  • You can never enjoy normal sex with another person
  • You will run out of sperm and become infertile
  • It can lead to erectile dysfunction
  • It can lead to sexual dysfunction and disorders

Is there a thing such as ‘too much’ masturbation?

When masturbation takes over your life and starts affecting your day-to-day life, it can become a problem. If you would rather stay home alone and masturbate than be with your friends, you might have to talk to a therapist for help. 

Benefits And Side Effects Of Masturbation 

  • Releases sexual tension
  • Reduces stress
  • It helps you sleep better
  • Improves your self-esteem and body image
  • It helps treat sexual problems
  • Relieves menstrual cramps
  • Strength muscle in your pelvic and anal areas
  • Helps in sexual experimentation

What are some masturbation tips? 

Masturbation is a safe and healthy way to get to know your body. Here are some tips for masturbation:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly before touching your private parts: penis, vulva, vagina or anus.
  • Use a good lubricant. It lowers friction and prevents small tears in your skin. Do not use soap or any other scented product that can irritate your skin.
  • Clean your sex toys (like vibrators) after use. Not cleaning your sex toys can build up bacteria and cause an infection. The best way to keep it clean is to use a condom. This is to be changed whenever the toy is passed from partner to partner or from one body opening to another. If you don’t use condoms, clean the sex toy before and after every use.
  • Don’t share sex toys with multiple partners.

What if I have queries about masturbation?

It can be difficult to talk about masturbation. You may be embarrassed to ask your parents, teachers, or even your friends about it.

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