'I asked my boyfriend why he wants sex so much more than me. His answer was surprising.'

Understanding Sex Drive

A common stereotype suggests that men have higher sex drives than women. However, experts say that true sex addiction is rare and it's less about frequency and more about compulsion.

Wanting sex often isn't an addiction. It only becomes one when it's used to numb or escape emotion, rather than to connect.

According to psychologist and sexologist Laura Lee, the issue is not about how often someone wants sex, but rather why they want it. Men often tell their partners that their libido is too low, sometimes using it as an excuse to stray outside the relationship without consent.

Author's summary: Men's high sex drive may be a stereotype.

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Mamamia Mamamia — 2025-10-18

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