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Published At March 17, 2024
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Is it wrong to masturbate imagining my sister-in-law? I have attempted to refrain from these thoughts numerous times due to feelings of guilt, but I have been unsuccessful in stopping the imagination. This pattern began three years ago when I started watching porn and started fantasizing about her. Throughout my ten-year marriage, our sexual life has not been satisfying, with intercourse occurring only once every six to seven or even eight months. My wife is not at all interested in having intercourse, and I satisfy myself with only masturbation. I have no medical history, and I am a healthy person but only addicted to masturbation twice to thrice a day. Please counsel regarding that. Should I get psychiatric help through medication or just counseling or continue like that? Kindly help.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understood your concern.

You must cease watching porn and erotic videos. Avoid staying alone. Keep yourself busy and active. It is acceptable to masturbate once or twice a week, but watching porn is not advisable. If you find yourself obsessively engaging in compulsive masturbation, I suggest you consider adopting the following lifestyle changes:

  1. Incorporate daily exercises lasting 30 to 45 minutes, such as going for a walk.
  2. Practice meditation for 20 minutes each day. Sit comfortably and concentrate on your normal breathing, allowing your thoughts to flow without trying to stop or force them. This will promote relaxation.
  3. Consume healthy, home-cooked meals, and steer clear of junk foods.
  4. Ensure you drink an adequate amount of water.
  5. Allocate quality time daily to spend with friends and family or engage in video calls if you are living away from your family.
  6. Shift your perspective and regard your sister-in-law as a mother. Avoid being alone with her in any location.
  7. Devote time to creative hobbies, including reading, writing journals, painting, drawing, and learning new skills, languages, or musical instruments.
  8. Prioritize getting seven to eight hours of sleep every night.
  9. Refrain from tobacco, alcohol, or any substance abuse.
  10. Live your life actively. Do not just passively spend it.
  11. Cultivate boldness and confidence.

If you continue to experience difficulties, I suggest you consider starting medication.

I hope this has helped you.

Kindly follow up if you have more doubts.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi
Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Psychiatry

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