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What You Need to Know
- Medical Reasons for Low Libido
- 3 Kinds of Drugs That Can Kill Your Sex Drive
- An Antidepressant Stole My Libido
- Psychological Issues Can Fuel a Low Libido
- Low Libido Isn't Always Normal With Aging
- Can Hormone Replacement Boost My Sex Drive?
- Men Can Lose Their Libidos Too
- I Feel Like I'm Not a Man Right Now
- Sex Drive Problems in Your Relationship?
- 3 Reasons for Different Sex Drives
- Is Your Libido More Active Than Your Partner's?
- What Kind of Doctor Treats Low Sex Drive?
- Doctor Too Embarrassed to Talk About Sex?
- The Brain Chemistry of Sex Drive
- 3 Lifestyle Habits That Can Boost Your Sex Drive
- Sex Drive Resources
Video: Perspectives on Sex Drive
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Husband Wants More SexSo what's behind her disinterest?
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Sex Exercise for CouplesTry touching each other one at a time
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Testosterone, Sex DriveLow testosterone can hurt your libido
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Testosterone AbuseDon't self-dose your sex drive problems
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3 Steps to Take if Your Libido Is More Active Than Your Partner's
What you like, how much you desire: There's lots to talk about
Low sex drive is only a problem if someone is unhappy about it, and that's usually the other partner in a relationship. "When you get two people with low libidos, they just go to sleep at night. That's not an issue..." Read More
An Antidepressant Killed My Sex Drive, So I Switched Drugs
Louise felt happier but missed sex
In 1996 I had a severe snowboarding accident that resulted in a mild brain injury. It took me a full year to regain my brainpower and the ability to read normally or even walk without holding on to the walls for stability... Read More
What to Do if Your Doctor Is Too Embarrassed or Busy to Talk About Sex
They're not supposed to squirm when sex comes up, but some do
You and your doctor need to talk about your sex life—especially if you're having libido problems. In fact, you may be putting your health at risk if the subject doesn't come up... Read More
Illness Killed His Interest in Sex and He Wants It Back
Kevin lost his libido after being sick
Kevin, 48, a small-business owner in New York City, lost his libido in 2006 after a serious infection almost killed him. His long-term partner has been supportive, but Kevin is still concerned about the impact his disinterest in sex may have on his relationship. Read More
ONLINE RESOURCES
9 Web Destinations for Low Libido Sufferers Seeking Sexy Solutions and Expert Advice
- Site: Consumer Reports
- Who it's for: Anyone looking for causes of their declining sex drive
- Why we like it: Scroll down to the second chart for a great visual that explains possible side effects caused by prescription medication or an underlying health disorder in men and women.
