Write By- Sushmita Dindwal
Human sexuality is the way people experience and express themselves sexually. This involves biological, erotic, physical, emotional, social, or spiritual feelings and behaviors. Sexuality is an important part of who you are. There is no right or wrong, it’s about what’s right for you. Though we’ve managed to shrug off many of the restrictive societal shackles of history, there’s one that, surprisingly, seems to endure: In many ways, sex and the pleasure associated with it is still considered to be taboo. In short, it’s because sex reminds us of our basic animalistic natures. And since we humans generally like to think of ourselves as evolved, spiritual beings be that in a religious or more universal sense the primal act of procreation tends to feel somewhat anathema. In many cases, we even attach shame to such urges, often because of what we are taught as kids. This kind of mentality is often transferred from one generation to another , despite of being inexact . Everyone’s heard their fair share of sex myths, especially during their teenage years. Unfortunately, though, some myths might persist well into adulthood, affecting the way we relate to our sexual lives. Here, we debunk some of the most widespread misconceptions about the most taboo topic known to us. Be it the society or the culture where we reside , all of them have a severe impact on how we perceive these taboos of the modern world . Herein ,we are going to cover instances related to Masturbation and its unreal prevailing aftermaths ,sexual preferences and
Masturbation is healthy – whether you are in love or not. Masturbation is a normal part of life. “It’s as natural as going to the bathroom or breathing air,” said Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, director of gynecology at the Pelvic Medicine Center in Rosemont, Pennsylvania. But for some people, there is still the stigma surrounding masturbation that has led to false information and many myths about masturbation. Keep reading to learn what is true and what is not a myth when it comes to sex alone.
Myth 1: People in Relationships Do Not Masturbate
Fact: “People masturbate whether they are in love or single,” said Justine Marie Shuey, PhD, a board-certified sexologist in Philadelphia. “Some people become jealous when their partners masturbate because they feel they are cheating, or that their partner is masturbating because they do not have enough [in bed]. But it is important to understand that people have different levels of sexual desire – all healthy and normal. “
Myth 2: Excessive Masturbation Can Lead to Erectile Dysfunction
Fact: “Erectile dysfunction is not the result of masturbation,” says Drs. Spadt. “What can happen to men or women is that you masturbate regularly and tend to touch something, be it a vibration or your hand.” Because of this, she says, “You may be accustomed to that feeling and find it difficult to have an orgasm with your partner.”
Myth 3: Masturbation Is Not A Common Part Of Sexual Development
Fact: A study published in JAMA Pediatrics involving more than 800 adolescents aged 14 to 17 found that 74 percent of boys, and more than 48 percent of girls, masturbated – and that is a good thing, according to Drs. Shuey. He says: “It is perfectly healthy for people of all ages to masturbate.
Myth 4: No Health Benefits of Masturbation
Fact: “Masturbation has many health benefits,” says Shuey. “It includes better sleep, reduced stress and stress, fewer headaches, improved concentration, increased confidence, youthful appearance, and better stamina.” There are also a number of specific sexual health benefits for women – especially older women – which include a slight dryness of the vagina and pain during sex.
Myth 5: You Can Masturbate
Fact: Masturbation is only exaggerated when it serves as a way to escape problems in your relationship, when it begins to affect your health, or even in real life. Additionally, if masturbation causes physical pain, emotional problems (you can’t think of anything else), relationship problems, or accommodation problems (when only the type of stimulation you engage in during masturbation will lead to orgasm), it could be a sign of mitigation, Spadt said. . But very few people have ever reached this point, he notes.
Myth 6: People Masturbate Only When Alone
Fact: “Some people masturbate together, and they include masturbation in their various forms of sex,” Spadt said. Some couples enjoy watching each other while masturbating, while others enjoy masturbating to the point of orgasm. Masturbation is also a great way to have safer sex and prevent unwanted pregnancies.
Myth 7: Masturbation Will Blind You
Fact: “Many myths about masturbation, such as this one, come from people who believe that sex is purely reproductive,” says Shuey. Because masturbation is not reproductive, it was considered a problem. “People also believed that masturbation could lead to insanity, tuberculosis, hairy palms and death,” he said. “Obviously, none of these things are true.”
Now that we have a few facts about masturbation , we shall jump on to Dhat syndrome : Dhat syndrome is a condition found in South Asian cultures where male patients report that they suffer from premature ejaculation or impotence, and believe that they pass sperm into their urine. This condition has no known biological cause. In the Hindu spiritual sense, semen is defined as “essential fluid”. The release of this “essential fluid”, either through sex or masturbation, is associated with significant feelings of anxiety and dysphoria. Usually the patient describes a loss of white fluid while urinating. Occasionally, significant feelings of guilt are associated with what the patient considers to be “excessive” masturbation. Many doctors consider dhat as a diagnostic term used in South Asia to refer to the hypochondriacally anxiety and anxiety associated with urinary incontinence, urinary incontinence, and feelings of weakness and fatigue. Young men are more likely to be affected, although similar symptoms have been reported in women with leukemia or leucorrhea, which is also considered a “significant fluid”. Premature ejaculation and impotence are more common. Other somatic symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, heart palpitations, insomnia, low mood, guilt and anxiety are common. Men sometimes report a feeling that their genitals have contracted. These symptoms are often associated with anxiety and dysphoric conditions. Like any other ailment this is also curable. Treatment Behavioral therapy is the basis of treatment. Sometimes counseling, anti-anxiety medications and antidepressant have been shown to be of help.
The hymen prejudice .
Misconcepted and circulated myths about women’s health can be incredibly harmful for women. One commonly misunderstood part of female anatomy is the hymen. The hymen is a remnant tissue just inside the opening of the vagina that’s left over from how the vagina forms during embryonic development. It’s commonly seen as a small amount of extra tissue in a crescent-shape or ring-like configuration around the edge of the vaginal opening. Many people might be surprised to learn that the hymen has no proven medical or physiological purpose. For some women, there’s practically no tissue at all. For others, it’s a membrane covering the vaginal opening. That situation is rare, and it can interfere sex or tampon usage, but it can be removed surgically. The most common myth around the hymen is that it remains “intact” until it’s broken during vaginal penetration, which renders it a physical marker of virginity. Though there are many instances where women do experience a small amount of bleeding from hymnal tearing at first intercourse, this is by no means a universal experience, as there are many women who have very little tissue there in the first place.
Another common myth is that the hymen is rigid and penetrable. The tissue is actually stretchy and flexible, which means it does not necessarily tear with penetration. In many cases, some tearing or stretching occurs over time from tampons, gynecological exams or vigorous exercise. Because of these factors, it’s impossible to tell by examining a woman if she’s a virgin. The idea that virginity can be measured or verified is perhaps the most harmful and damaging myth. Assuming that a woman’s sexual behavior can be inferred from her appearance is demeaning, and cultures that suggest the use of a hymenal exam to test for virginity invite incorrect and unfair judgments about women.
In reality, the only way to find out if a woman has had sex is to ask her.
Now that we have bunch of information about the false myths about sex we are now going to have a look upon another commonly mistaken anecdote i.e. Sex vs love. Boys want sex, girls want love. This myth is largely based on the well-constructed theory that men are (or should) be active, controlling, and emotionally isolated, while women (or should) are inactive, submissive, and highly romantic. It is a vision deeply rooted within the public mind and shaped and reinforced by various social institutions, including religion, law, medicine, and the media. It has flaws in many ways, however. Each boy and girl have the potential for being romantically attracted to each other; Recent research on gender differences in heterosexual adolescents has not revealed a significant difference between boys and girls in terms of emotional well-being about current or recent relationships. Expectations or speculations based on traditional sexual practices are harmful to young people of all sexual orientation and sexual orientation. They can ignore those female-born teens who identify as men, and the male-born teens who identify as females. They may also look down on the romantic aspects of relationships between young boys, as well as the sexual aspects of relationships between teenage girls. These teens are particularly vulnerable to a variety of social and health consequences. Supportive families, friends, and schools can all reduce these effects and emphasize the importance of avoiding consideration and promoting the acceptance and appreciation of all young people. Sex is a natural and normal part of adolescence, and promoting healthy growth means knowing the facts and myths.
All the false narrative that we’ve covered so far are just a brief of what we experience and relate in our day to day lives, there’s much more to this . The misbelief that has been embedded in our minds is in a dying need to be eradicated in context to the modern era. The topics we have touched upon so far are in anyway invalid , so to judge a person according to his/her sexual preferences, whether they masturbate or not , whether they are a virgin or not , and to act in any offensive manner against them is an illicit act . These types of myths should not be believed upon , moreover , agreeing to any of the chronical should not be the priority . Read about what is being told , have a deeper look and understanding of the point , then only come to a wise decision .
