Search for "masturbation" on the internet and you will find that there are hundreds of slang words for this behavior.
The surge in slang suggests that people want to talk about masturbation, but it's not comfortable to do so directly.
The use of comedy terms provides a way of expression that is more acceptable to society.
So let's normalize it a little before we talk about it.
Masturbation, or touching your genitals for pleasure, is what the baby does in the womb.
This is a natural and normal part of sexual development and health.
According to a nationally representative sample of the United States, 94% of men admitted masturbation and 85% of women admitted masturbation.
But there is still a big difference in society's perception of masturbation, even when it comes to engaging in such behavior, there is some stigma.
What is related to this shame is many myths about masturbation that are so absurd that anyone believes in them.
Masturbation can lead to blindness and mental disorder;
Masturbation can cause the sex organs to fall off;
Masturbation can lead to infertility
In fact, masturbation is good for health.
For women, masturbation can help prevent cervical infections and urinary system infections through the process of "enting" or through the cervical opening that appears as part of the wake-up process.
The tent makes the cervix stretch, so that the cervical mucosa stretches.
This allows the liquid to circulate, allowing the cervical fluid filled with bacteria to be rinsed out.
Masturbation reduces the risk of typing2 diabetes (
Although this association can also be explained by an improvement in overall health status)
, Reduce insomnia through hormonal and nervous release, and increase pelvic floor strength through contraction during orgasm.
Masturbation can help reduce the risk of prostate cancer for men, possibly by giving the prostate a chance to clear the potential cancer --causing agents.
Masturbation can also improve immune function by increasing the level of cortical hormone, which can regulate immune function in small doses.
It can also reduce depression by increasing the amount of endorph in the blood.
Masturbation can also indirectly prevent infertility by protecting people from sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
This can lead to infertility-you can't give yourself an infection!
Masturbation also has one last benefit: it is the most convenient way to maximize orgasm.
Generally speaking, there are many additional benefits to orgasm, including reducing stress, lowering blood pressure, and increasing self.
Respect and reduce pain.
From a sexual health perspective, masturbation is one of the safest sexual behaviors.
There is no risk of pregnancy or sexually transmitted infection;
There is no risk of letting your partner down or showing anxiety;
No emotional baggage.
Moreover, the distance of only one arm is masturbation.
Masturbating with each other (
Please your two partners in the company of the other party)is a great (and safe)
Activities that incorporate other sexual activities with partners.
It may be especially good to start learning more about what your partner likes and show your partner what you like.
Open communication with your partner will improve your sex life and relationships, but it is also important for the younger generation's communication skills.
It's also good to talk about masturbation. Promoting sex-
In our own family and society, including around masturbation, positive views enable us to teach young people healthy behaviors and attitudes without shame and shame.
Parents and guardians who feel embarrassed or need additional guidance should seek sex --
Positive sources of information, such as information from respected universities.
Cooper is a senior lecturer at the University of Sydney.
Anthony Santella is a lecturer in HIV, sexually transmitted infections and sexual health at the University of Sydney.
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