Publisher's Synopsis
There are many ways that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can affect your sex life .If you live with ADHD, you might notice that you are hypersensitive to sensory stimulation, making sensual touch feel irritating and even annoying. Or perhaps your level of sexual desire change drastically from one day to the next
On the flip side, some people with ADHD have such a high sex drive and need for stimulation and novelty, such as pornography, that it causes problems in a partnership. People with ADHD may also be prone to sexual risk-taking such as unprotected sex or having multiple sex partners. The disorder is associated with a drop in neurotransmitters, which may lead to these types of impulsive behaviors.
The relationship between ADHD and sex is well-studied. There seem to be some common points when it comes to sexual behavior among those with ADHD. Specific ADHD symptoms like impulse control issues, hyperactivity, and inattention can cause problems. Inattentive, impulsive or low on control, ADHD patients can face a lot of problems during sex.
ADHD symptoms can affect your sexuality. As individuals try to compensate for the symptoms, there can be underlying issues. A person can use routine and discipline to manage symptoms to work hard and keep his or her life together. Difficulties with social skills and reading another person's advances may result. Sexual failures can impact sexual confidence.
ADHD can put extra stress on relationships. There are particular problems with communication, which can be frustrating, and it can be wearing for the other partner to cope with the fallout from impulsive behavior. Often, the partner without ADHD can feel taken for granted and resentful.
Very occasionally, medication can affect your sex-drive, reducing your interest and sexual interaction. Conversely some clinicians report that improved concentration and attention resulting from medication treatment can enhance and improve relationships and sexual contact. With untreated ADHD you can sometimes misread cues owing to loss of focus and impulsivity and come on too strong.
The effects on sexuality by ADHD can be hard to measure. This is because sexual symptoms may be different in each person. Some sexual symptoms can lead to sexual dysfunction. This can cause significant stress in a relationship. Understanding how ADHD affects sexuality can help a couple cope with relationship stress. Some common symptoms of ADHD include depression, emotional instability, and anxiety. All of these conditions can have a negative impact on sex drive. For instance, it can be exhausting for someone with ADHD to constantly maintain order and organization. They may not have the energy or desire to engage in sexual activities.
It's important to consider that ADHD is a treatable disorder. People who live with ADHD can enjoy healthy friendships, romantic relationships, and marriages. When ADHD is successfully treated, both partners can enjoy a mutually satisfying sexual relationship. Treatment for ADHD should, therefore, involve lifestyle and behavioral management. ADHD patients also need medication, counseling, coaching, educational support, or understanding. By treating the symptoms themselves, you stand a good chance of normal sexual relations. Rather than being at the whim of randomness and distractions that culminate in undesirable sexual outcomes, work for a positive impact by organizing your life.
