Having an active, healthy sex life is vital to your overall health. You may know of its physical benefits such as improving cardiovascular health, but did you know sex has mental health benefits too? Here’s why you should make safe sex a regular occurrence in your life.

  • Sex improves sleep.
  • Sex combats stress and anxiety by releasing endorphins and oxytocin in the brain, called “feel good” hormones. On the other hand, sex can lead to depression and regret, depending on the circumstance.
  • Sex can boost self-confidence and ability to express emotions.
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