Depression and sex drive

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Carenity Member • Community manager
Posted on 17/04/2019 12:06

Hello,

Many people report that their sex drive plummets when they are feeling depressed or because of the medication they are taking. Has depression had an impact on your intimate life? How did you combat this?

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Carenity Member
Posted on 15/07/2019 10:11

Hi, everyone, I am really stressed today as I am having to make a phone call to DWP for a universal credit appointment, and another to a mental health charity as I need help with the council. I just can't bare making phone calls as you are never in control of what the questions will be or the outcome. I will keep you posted on how these turn out.

Paul

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Posted on 17/04/2019 12:23

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Carenity Member
Posted on 18/04/2019 16:26

I found that my sex drive was completely zapped after taking my antidepressants (sertraline). Thankfully, it was only for the first couple of months and I feel back to my self now.

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Carenity Member
Posted on 25/04/2019 09:24

Whats a sex drive? i haven't had one in such a long time,i have forgotten what it is

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Carenity Member
Posted on 25/04/2019 12:03

Haven't had sex for years sex drive non existence.with the tabs I'm on can't get involved with the opposite sex .martin

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Carenity Member
Posted on 25/04/2019 20:32

My want for sex hasn't changed, but I suffer with severe vaginal dryness on all anti-depressants.

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Carenity Member
Posted on 26/04/2019 09:30

can u not use somesort of jelly m.

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Carenity Member • Community manager
Posted on 29/04/2019 12:41

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Thank you all for sharing. It can be so difficult to deal with certain side effects of medication.

Don't forget that on Carenity you can search for medications and evaluating them as well as seeing what other members have said about it. By clicking HERE, you can access our medicatons unit and see if other members have experienced the same symptoms as you.

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Carenity Member
Posted on 06/05/2019 16:56

I don't think sex drive should be given such prominence when it comes to mental health. Giving the libido a rest can help with easing anxiety too. Depression and anxiety also drives people to abuse themselves sexually, diminishing self-esteem. There are strong links between the fight or flight mechanisms and sexual behaviour. Dependence upon sexual stimulation increases emotional vulnerability. What is important is mutual heartfelt consideration and compassion. Removing the physical element of that has helped reduce my anxiety.

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Carenity Member
Posted on 09/05/2019 10:29

@Hidden username I couldn't agree more. My sex drive has long hit the road but you can't beat a lovely cuddle on the couch with a loved one. Between my Ms and the general depression that accompanies a chronic illness, I don't have the head space for more physical declarations of love. However, we do enjoy couples massages, nice dinners and general closeness.

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