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This Common Feeling Could Be Affecting Your Sex Life More Than You Think

Across multiple studies, boredom repeatedly showed up alongside compulsive sexual behavior, sexual dissatisfaction and novelty-seeking.

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Boredom has been responsible for regrettable Amazon orders, entire bags of shredded cheese eaten over the sink, and texts sent to people who should have stayed buried in 2019. Research suggests sex may belong on that list too, especially when someone feels their sexual behavior has become difficult to control.

A systematic review published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine examined 19 studies on boredom and hypersexual behavior, broadly defined as sexual activity that feels compulsive or out of control. Fifteen found a meaningful link. One study reported that 71% of participants used online sexual activity to cope with boredom.........

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