Is it possible that female masturbation addiction is a mental illness? Be careful when exceeding this frequency

　　In today's society, people's understanding of sex is gradually opening up. female Masturbation is no longer an unmentionable topic. However, masturbation addiction worries many women. The truth and psychology of female masturbation addiction disease Is there any connection? How often should you be vigilant about masturbating? The following will answer them one by one for you.

The relationship between female masturbation addiction and mental illness

　　It may be a manifestation of mental illness: When a woman is addicted to masturbation, it may be an external manifestation of mental illness. For example, some women who suffer from mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression may masturbate to relieve their negative emotions. Masturbation becomes a way for them to escape reality and release stress. Being in this addictive state for a long time will further aggravate psychological problems and form a vicious cycle. For example, a woman with mild anxiety disorder began to masturbate frequently when she was stressed at work. As time went by, she became addicted to masturbation, and her anxiety symptoms became more and more severe.

　　Not necessarily a mental illness: But not all women with masturbation addiction are mentally ill. Sometimes, it may be due to changes in hormone levels in the body. For example, during special periods such as puberty and pregnancy, hormone secretion is strong, leading to increased sexual needs, resulting in higher frequency of masturbation. In addition, the long-term lack of normal sexual partners and sexual life may also cause women to masturbate relatively frequently. Masturbation addiction in these cases is more likely to be caused by physiological factors than by psychological illness.

Frequency criteria for judging masturbation addiction

　　Individual differences affect frequency standards: There is no absolutely uniform frequency standard for judging whether female masturbation is addictive. Because everyone’s physical condition, living environment, mental state, etc. are different. Generally speaking, young, healthy healthy Women who are energetic may masturbate more frequently.； For older and frail women, the frequency will be lower. Therefore, addiction cannot be judged simply by the number of times.

　　If it exceeds the normal range, please note: Although there is no fixed standard, if the masturbation behavior has seriously affected daily life, work and study, such as frequent masturbation leading to depression, lack of concentration, physical fatigue, etc., or strong feelings of guilt, anxiety and other psychological problems, then even if the frequency is not particularly high, there may be addiction. Usually, if you masturbate more than 5 times in a week and last for a long time, accompanied by the above adverse effects, you need to pay attention.

Ways to deal with female masturbation addiction

　　Psychological adjustment: If you suspect that masturbation addiction is related to psychological factors, it is recommended to seek help from a professional psychological counselor. Psychological counselors can help women understand the reasons for their addiction through psychological counseling, guide them to correctly face stress and negative emotions, and find healthier ways of coping. For example, cognitive behavioral therapy is used to change women’s erroneous perceptions and behavioral patterns about masturbation.

　　Life adjustment: It is also important to maintain a regular life schedule and enrich your spare time. You can develop some hobbies, such as painting, music, sports, etc., to divert your attention from masturbation. At the same time, appropriately increasing social activities, expanding social circles, and establishing good interpersonal relationships can also help alleviate masturbation addiction.

　　Health education: Strengthen the learning of sexual health knowledge and correctly understand masturbation behavior. Learn about the pros and cons of masturbation and how to maintain moderation. Through scientific knowledge, we can eliminate the fear and guilt about masturbation and view sexual needs and masturbation behaviors with a peaceful mind.

　　Female masturbation addiction may be a manifestation of mental illness, but it may also be caused by physiological factors. Determining whether addiction is not based solely on frequency, but must comprehensively consider the impact on life and psychology. When masturbation frequency is too high and adverse effects occur, attention needs to be paid. Masturbation addiction can be dealt with through psychological adjustment, life adjustment, health education and other methods to help women return to a healthy and normal life. Female friends should view masturbation in a scientific and rational manner and pay attention to their own physical and mental health.