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I am a girl and am 13. I have been masturbating for a couple of months now and it is taking me longer to become aroused while masturbating. What can I do about it?
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Answer:
by Scott Gross: (08/02/2006)
Hello and thank you for your question. There are a number of factors that can influence how long it takes us to achieve arousal either by ourselves or with a partner. Some of these factors are easier to control than others.
Changes in diet or stress level can greatly affect how quickly we become aroused. If you are not eating well; are stressed from school, home, or work; or if you are not getting enough sleep you may find it very difficult to get turned on.
Many common medications and other drugs can really influence our ability to get turned on. Many anti-depressant medications make getting aroused more difficult and can make it harder to have an orgasm as well. Alcohol can make it seem like you are more turned on, but actually makes it harder to feel pleasure and have an orgasm
You may need some additional help while you masturbate. Try to fantasize and think of something that really turns you on. Or you can try to find some images that turn you on. Pornography is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 in this country, but finding pictures of mostly clothed models is actually pretty easy. Magazines like Maxim and Cosmo often feature pictures of beautiful men and women which might help fuel your fantasies. Music videos are also often erotic in nature, particularly hip-hop videos. And you would be a little hard pressed to find a movie that didn't have a decent sex scene or something erotic in it.
Remember, healthy sexuality starts with a healthy body so take good care of yourself and do what feels right to you.
Best of luck,
M. Scott GrossReviewed by: Patricia Fawver Ph.D. in Sexology
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