About 10 to 20 percent of both men and women report an increase in their sexual interest when they’re anxious or depressed. But a guy who wants sex more when he’s anxious or depressed probably has less sensitive brakes. In contrast, a woman who wants sex more when she’s anxious or depressed is likely to have a more sensitive accelerator.

About 10 to 20 percent of both men and women report an increase in their sexual interest when they’re anxious or depressed. But a guy who wants sex more when he’s anxious or depressed probably has less sensitive brakes. In contrast, a woman who wants sex more when she’s anxious or depressed is likely to have a more sensitive accelerator.

– Emily Nagoski –

Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life

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