"Anxiety hits the soft spot of vulnerability, making it hard to be present and aroused," explained California-based sex therapist Jean Pappalardo. "Anxiety about sex and intimacy may start as a 'yield' sign and eventually become a 'stop' sign. Whatever the cause of sexual anxiety, there are ways to address it — and to have a fulfilling sex life. "Outside of the bedroom, sexual anxiety puts a lot of stress on the relationship. "When you are focused on either or both, it makes it less likely that you will actually get an erection or have an orgasm," said Florida-based sex therapist Rachel Needle.

Source: CNN July 19, 2021 09:22 UTC