Can stress kill sex drive ?

[richfun]

Is stress, relationships, money/job trouble, bereavement driving you down mentally and physcologicaly ?

I love sex, am a gay male with a reasonably active sex life. I also suffer from stress and depression.

Until recently sex was an escape, a mutually wonderful experience away from life's problems.

It seems now when having sex, and I am turned on with someone, suddenly my mind goes back to tension and fear. Even on the brink of orgasm this has happened. In fact I think I had an orgasm recently, with all the feelings of an orgasm, without ejaculation. Is this an orgasm, does it matter, am I going crazy, help ? !

In a sense touch is more important than orgasm or whatever, I know that, but does anyone know how to block out stress when trying to enjoy anything, including sex ?

Does anyone else find the stress of life is entering every sphere of their lives ?

Any positive and helpful to others suffering these conditions responses much appreciated,

Rich.

 

[Experiencedguy]

Yes - stress can really wreak havoc on your sex life. Doesn't matter if you are gay, bi, or straight. As for suggestions: I really suggest seeking out a therapist you can be comfortable with. They come in all price ranges. Good luck.

 

[richfun]

Yes - stress can really wreak havoc on your sex life. Doesn't matter if you are gay, bi, or straight. As for suggestions: I really suggest seeking out a therapist you can be comfortable with. They come in all price ranges. Good luck.

Thanks,

Much appreciated.

Will do so.

Rich x

 

[Zobor]

IN a word yes it can. But I see others have said it better.

 

[Aurantica]

Yeah, stress can totally mess with my libido, as well as appetite and a few other things. It sucks not feeling like playing just because of whatever's going on at school or work.

 

[John Doe]

In my experience it can. It's ironic that stress can make you lose interest in the best thing for relieving it.

 

[Nikki31]

Absolutely. Stress interferes with everything.