Aunt Li sat on the sofa in the living room, flipping through an old magazine. In the past few days, she has been troubled by the disharmony of her sex life with her husband, and she has been worried all day. Feeling frustrated by her husband's incomprehensible feelings, she began to look for a solution.
By chance, she had heard that women could alleviate this emotion through self-gratification, but she was filled with doubts and uneasiness: Is it really appropriate to do so? She worries about whether it will affect her physical health or even destroy the integrity of her hymen.
Her worries are not uncommon, and they are a constant in the minds of many adult women.
1. Self-satisfaction: the common phenomenon and causes of women's self-satisfaction
Self-satisfaction is a common phenomenon in women, especially if they are sexually dissatisfied or their partner is not around. A survey involving men and women who are married or cohabiting for a long time showed that 21.9 per cent of men and 4.8 per cent of women had engaged in self-satisfying behaviour in the past year.
This reflects the fact that both men and women have their own way of addressing their biological needs. For women like Auntie Li who are dissatisfied with their sex lives, self-satisfaction can not only serve as a physiological release, but also help them better understand their bodies and needs, which in turn can lead to more specific needs in their interactions with their partners.
In addition, proper self-satisfaction can also bring psychological benefits. It relieves tension, improves emotional state, and combats life's stresses and challenges.
In fact, self-satisfaction is a healthy physiological phenomenon that is entirely within the individual's right to privacy, and as long as it is in the right environment and kept hygienically safe, there is no negative effect on this behavior.
2. Misconceptions about women's self-satisfaction
There are many misconceptions and negative perceptions of self-satisfaction in society. One of the most common misconceptions is that it can lead to gynaecological conditions or affect the quality of sexual life with a partner.
However, scientific research does not support these views. As long as you pay attention to the cleanliness of the person and the environment while doing it, self-satisfaction is not harmful to the body. In clinical practice, self-satisfaction is even seen as an effective treatment for frigidity and absent orgasm.
Furthermore, the concern that self-satisfaction reduces sexual sensitivity is actually more relevant to an individual's psychosexual and physical state. If sexual disharmony occurs, the solution should be to communicate openly with your partner, rather than one-sided patience or avoidance. Correct awareness and a healthy attitude are the key to solving such problems.
3. Gynecological health: Does self-satisfaction affect gynecological health?
When discussing the health effects of a woman's self-satisfaction, common concerns include whether it can trigger a gynaecological disorder or interfere with sex later in life. These concerns stem from misconceptions about sexual health and socio-cultural influences.
However, several medical studies have proven that this behavior has no direct negative impact on gynaecological health, as long as personal hygiene is taken into account when self-gratification is practiced.
Cleanliness is key. Ensuring that hands and any assistive devices are clean can effectively prevent bacterial infection, which is the first prerequisite to avoid gynaecological diseases. Conversely, if basic hygiene requirements are neglected, even normal sexual activity can lead to infection.
According to medical research, many gynecological inflammations are not caused by self-satisfaction, but by improper hygiene practices. In addition, proper self-satisfaction helps to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which is beneficial for maintaining gynecological health.
Further, concerns about self-satisfaction that may weaken sexual sensitivity need to be understood at both psychological and physiological levels. Physiologically, moderate self-satisfaction does not cause damage to the sexual organs or reduce sensitivity;
Psychologically, it may help individuals better understand their own sexual needs and responses, so that they can be more clearly expressed in a partnership.
Therefore, self-satisfaction is not a direct cause of the decline in the quality of sexual life, but may be a way to improve one's sexual well-being and communication with partners.
4. Hymen: Does self-satisfaction destroy the hymen?
The question of whether self-satisfaction can damage the hymen is a factor that many women, especially young women, often consider when considering whether or not to engage in this behavior.
Medically, the hymen is a thin membrane located at the entrance to the vagina, and its structure varies from woman to woman, some are thinner and some are thicker.
It is important to know that the hymen is not a completely closed structure, it has a certain elasticity and opening, which is a natural physiological structure.
From a medical point of view, it is unlikely that ordinary self-gratifying behavior will cause damage to the hymen unless it involves more strenuous or in-depth procedures. Most self-gratifying behaviors usually involve stimulation of the vulva rather than direct vaginal penetration.
Even so, it is necessary to know the proper method and maintain gentle manipulation to avoid unnecessary stress or injury to any physiological part.
In addition, there are many cultural and social misconceptions surrounding the hymen, such as the overemphasis on female purity, which often adds to the psychological burden of women.
Scientific sex education is especially important to help people understand the natural structure and function of the body and eliminate unnecessary fears and shame.
5. Moderation and health: recommendations and precautions
When it comes to the frequency and manner of self-satisfaction, many people may wonder: how often is considered healthy? In fact, there is no strict standard for this, as everyone's physical and mental state is different.
However, medical experts suggest that moderate self-satisfaction can lead to positive physical and mental health effects, while excessive self-satisfaction can cause discomfort.
The benefits of moderate self-satisfaction are clear. It can not only relieve stress and boost one's mood, but also regulate hormone levels to a certain extent and improve sleep quality.
In addition, knowing one's body, especially for women, can increase self-confidence and improve the quality of sexual life with a partner.
However, if self-satisfaction becomes the main activity that affects daily life, or if interpersonal interactions and other life responsibilities are neglected as a result, then this can be a sign of excess.
Medical advice suggests that when you feel negative psychological or physical effects, such as excessive fatigue, physical pain, or decreased control of your libido, you should adjust the frequency and mode appropriately.
summary
Women should maintain a clear sense of self and recognize that everyone's physical and sexual needs are unique. Through scientific understanding and practice, it can help women better understand themselves and improve their quality of life.
At the same time, society should also provide supportive and scientific sex education to help people get rid of unnecessary worries and enjoy a healthy and satisfying sex life.