Is it possible...(mature topic)

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Is it possible to be addicted to masturbation? I've been doing it for years, but lately it's become much more frequent. Each time I do, my org*sms become less and less exciting. I used to become satisfied after just one, but now it seems like I need more to achieve the same affect. I think about it all the time, and since I'm doing it so often, I'm worried that my body could become desensitized from the vibration.

This is really embarrassing. Sorry if I've brought this up before.

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Well in my opinion I think with a vibe you might become desensitized as you said ... And maybe it is abut of the case doing it too much that your not as satisfied

so many times i have wondered/worried if using my vibe would desensitize me too. and athough i have been too ashamed to ask my doc, in my mind the answer is yes. just wnted to add...to answer your question..i imagine it is possible to become addicted to masturbating.

Here's my take; I hope it helps. I masturbate because I have sexual needs that are not being met otherwise. Without masturbation, I could not function well in other parts of my life. Like all sex, sometimes it is more enjoyable and sometimes it is dull and merely a means of relaxing/relieving my nervous system. It also functions as a form of playtime. If you are lonely and in need of companionship and love, then masturbation is not meeting your needs and the sex can feel empty. A real partner / playmate is more fun - though not as convenient! - than a sex toy any day. Try adding some variation and don't be shy with your partner, e.g., I like you but there are times when I like doing it alone - that's just me being me!

I might have added that I'm 16 years old...oops

I've since done research on the possibility of desensitization from a vibrator. I found a few sites in particular that were especially helpful.

Go Ask Alice!...is a health Q&A site sponsored by Columbia University. They don't report any evidence of desensitization occurring through the use of a vibrator or other sex toy.

A direct quote from the article..

Here is an article from Divine Caroline, an informational site for women.
They state basically the same information as my first source - that there have not been any findings to suggest that the use of a vibrator causes desensitization.

Another quote..

There are many sites that state the same thing - these are just two that I found to be particularly useful. It really does make sense, logically, that a woman would begin to lose sensation after long term use of a vibrator. Apparently not, according to research. At most, it looks like one might become temporarily numb - but that's about it. These articles really helped put my mind to rest. Hope this helps for anyone who was worried about the same thing.

Thanks for replying everyone - good to know I'm "normal"

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I'm glad those articles helped. I do think it is possible to be addicted to masturbation, but if and when you get a sexual partner then masturbation should be less intrusive... in fact, it might help, since you'll know your own body, and what you want.

I had similar issues around masturbation at one stage in my life, and thought I'd never be able to gain pleasure the "normal" way. When I met my second husband though that fear completely disappeared. He used to ask me exactly what I liked, and then playfully experiment. Sex was great, and I didn't need to masturbate as much anymore.

You are young, at sixteen I imagine you're inexperienced (at least I hope so!) There's a lot to worry about at your age. Here's one less thing to worry about.

Hi

As a guy I've been told laughter and sex (masturbation too) you can have as much as you want it's healthy for your body and your nervous system. I was told though when it becomes unhealthy is when it interferes with your life ie not going to work in the morning because yoiu want to masturbate. Then it could be an addiction.

I think if masturbation becomes a hindrance to living a life one intends to...then it may be a problem. I do what I do with masturbation and other form's of sexual relief that adds to my life's sexual sanctification.

As I wrote with regards to hindering ones wishes to live a good sex life or a good life in general. Having a behavior that keeps one isolated, fearful, shamed or problematic in other aspects of a health life. Then maybe its time to look for making changes. Other than that...enjoy yourself... masturbation is very healthy.

Thanks guys...I don't think I'm addicted to it since I allow myself to partake in masturbation once a night And that's enough. I guess I realize now that what I'm worried about is that my body and mind might grow used to it, used to orgasms, thus they become less and less pleasurable. I'm not talking about desensitization - that has to do with the body. I'm more worried about my mind - that my brain might feel less excited each time. Does that make sense?

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