Is sexual abstinence advantageous?
Prolonged sexual abstinence may be detrimental to mental and physical health. There are people who are under the impression that sexual abstinence is conducive to human health and happiness. Because of this misguided belief, they make an attempt to conserve their so-called ‘energy’ by sexual abstinence. The moment they are unable to do this, they get a feeling of guilt and anxiety that they have done something detrimental to their health. When this is repeated several times, the roots of the problem get deeper and deeper. Consistent suppression of the sex drive leads to emotional instability and evokes an abundance of sexual imagery. This usually leads to inability to concentrate, insomnia, irritability and extreme nervousness. The extent of the disturbance depends on the individual’s own mental state and environment. At times, the consistent consistent suppression and continued inactivity of the sex organ lead to diminished ability to function. One must remember it is the disuse that
