Fact or fiction: frequent masturbation causes lethargy?

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The discussion revolves around the relationship between frequent masturbation and feelings of lethargy. Participants explore whether high rates of masturbation could be a cause of lethargy or if they are merely a response to it. The conversation includes personal experiences and varying opinions on the health implications of masturbation.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant reports experiencing lethargy since high school and questions if frequent masturbation (6-7 times a day) is a contributing factor.
  • Another participant asserts that there are no harmful side effects of masturbation, suggesting the individual consult a doctor regarding their lethargy.
  • A different participant humorously mentions carpal tunnel syndrome as a potential issue related to high frequency, while questioning if the individual masturbates out of boredom or necessity.
  • One participant proposes that the high rate of masturbation may be a form of "self-healing" in response to feelings of lethargy and loneliness, rather than a direct cause of lethargy.

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Participants express differing views on the effects of frequent masturbation, with some denying any harmful effects while others suggest it may be a response to underlying issues. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the causal relationship between masturbation and lethargy.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on whether frequent masturbation causes lethargy or if it is a reaction to it. There are also varying assumptions about the health implications of high-frequency masturbation.

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over like, i don't know, since the 9th grade (4 years ago), I've been combatting constant lethargy. I eventually got used to it though.

I recently heard from a friend that frequent masturbation causes lethargy. Now, this sounded like a myth, but now I am thinking maybe it's true.

In middle school, i woud only masturbate a few times a week. Since high school, it's been around 6-7 times a day.

Is this why I've suddenly become more lethargic throughout high school?
 
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There are no harmful side effects of masturbation, no matter how often you do it.
You should see your Doctor about concerns of feeling lethargic.
 
hypatia said:
There are no harmful side effects of masturbation, no matter how often you do it.
what about carpal tunnel syndrome? :biggrin:

pakmingki said:
In middle school, i woud only masturbate a few times a week. Since high school, it's been around 6-7 times a day.

I doubt this could be hazardous to your physical health in itself, but 7 times a day does seem a bit excessive. Do you do it so often when you're bored (hey, it's a great time-killer)? or do you actually feel like you physically need to do it so many times a day? if your sex-drive is that high, that would be something to tell your doctor too, just in case.
 
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Your somewhat high masturbation rate is more likely a type of "self-healing" in that it makes you feel good in a normally rather dreary state. That is, it is more likely to be a reaction to a perceived letharg (and loneliness?) than the causative factor of it.
Short answer: You're not sick on that account, but perhaps you should make an effort to organize your life in other ways. If that works out, it might be that the need of your body's self-healing technique diminishes. Or perhaps not.
 

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