Are you having issues with libido? Could it be a mental health issue causing low libido? Mental health plays a crucial role in determining an individual’s libido. Some things that can contribute to low libido and mental health is stress/anxiety, depression, imbalanced neurotransmitter, trauma, and hormonal issues such as low testosterone. Also, issues with self-esteem/self-image. The good news is that you can improve your mental health and your low libido with physical activity and self-care.
While looking at mental health factors that can contribute to low libido a therapist should assess past traumas, current stressors, and relationship issues as well. Along with adressing the aspects of physical health that can impact this as well. It is always important to advise someone dealing with low libido to seek a psycial from medical professionals.
The good news for low libido and mental health is that research has shown that physical activity such as walking, strength training, sports, and other types of physical activity can improve both your mental health and increase your libido. Physical activity can Help with neurotransmitter production leading to reduce stress and anxiety and reduced symptoms of depression. It also can help with hormonal health. Furthermore, physical activity can improve self-esteem and self-image. If you have low self-esteem or a poor self-image It can impact your libido because you may not feel worthy tp have sexual intimacy. Or you may not want your significant other to see your body that you have issues with.
It is also important to practice self-care. This can be done through engaging in stress reducing activities prioritizing your sleep, nutrition, and physical activity. Self-care is a way in which you can communicate with yourself that you are important and loved. Self-care reduces stress and creates a positive mental state. Creating space to do some stress reducing activities each week will help foster a positive mood. Additionally, sleep is a form of self-care that can improve neurotransmitters and hormonal health. Decreasing stress/anxiety and depression Not getting enough sleep has been shown to have a negative impact on your mental health as well as your libido. Eating well can give your brain the nutrition it needs for optimal mental health. All these along with physical activity will improve your mental health which can lead to increased libido.
Lastly, couples who workout together can strengthen their emotional connection. Which then can lead to increased desire, improving their libido and overall quality of their sex life. If this is an area of your relationship that coudl use some improvement start by considering if mental health issuses might be a contributing factor.
MaryAnn Newsom
BS, MA, LMFT, ASDCS, CCTP,, CSTIP
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