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What are the ways to deal with masturbation addiction?

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Published At February 20, 2023
Reviewed AtNovember 29, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a teenager masturbating daily at least once. I want to decrease it.

How to decrease excessive masturbation?

How to get rid of having more sexual feelings?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. K. V. Anand

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Many people think that they are addicted to masturbation, Whereas they are actually just used to masturbating or having sex regularly and cannot quit easily. Addiction is problematic, and being used to it is not, though there is only a thin line separating both. Masturbation or sex is not harmful as long as it is not an addiction. We need to determine if you are addicted or just used to it. Sex thoughts, sex addiction, masturbation addiction, and porn film addiction come under behavior addiction. Behavioral addiction is a form of addiction that involves a compulsion to engage in a rewarding non-drug-related behavior, sometimes called a natural reward, despite any negative consequences to the person's physical, mental, social, or financial well-being. Behavior addiction needs to be curbed or controlled using your self-willpower. Diverting your mind and body away from the circumstances which compel you to the addictive habit with the help of physical exercises, games, and entertainment can help you. Never sleep alone, be always with your family, even at night. Willpower is the key always. Behavioral therapy also works well.

Thank you.

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

Dr. K. V. Anand
Dr. K. V. Anand

Psychiatry

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