Masturbation

Summary

Masturbation is a common and normal sexual practice in males and females and is a part of growing up. Although many children masturbate at a very young age, puberty is generally the period when you feel tempted to derive sexual pleasure by masturbating. In advanced parts of the Western world, while masturbating is considered a normal part of sexual development which benefits both males and females in a number of ways, there is a conflict between the happiness sought and the guilt or shame that grips you due to the views of the society and religion in conservative countries like India. Medically, masturbation is harmless and can relieve stress, elevate mood and give you a sound sleep. It also helps you discover your own sexual preferences and likes. However, when performed in extreme ways and excessively, it can make you addicted such that it may start interfering with your normal daily activities. There are several ways in which you can masturbate depending on whether you are a boy or a girl. Masturbation can either be a solitary act or practised mutually between sexual partners. Mutual masturbation with your partner can be an act of foreplay and helps you understand each other’s sexual needs. 

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