Is Masturbation Wrong: To clear the misconceptions about masturbation, we spoke to sexual health expert Dr Nidhi Jha and tried to find out whether masturbation really has any bad effect on the body.

Masturbation: Does masturbation really have any bad effects on the body?

Masturbation (self-satisfaction) is a topic about which there are many misconceptions and wrong beliefs in society. It is often associated with shame or guilt, which is also a reason that there is no open discussion on this topic. However, sexual experts believe that this is a normal and natural process. Despite this, many misconceptions and myths still exist among people. To dispel all these misconceptions, we discussed with sexual health expert Dr Nidhi Jha and tried to know whether masturbation has any bad effect on the body.

What is masturbation?

Masturbation is the process in which a person sexually gratifies themselves by touching or stimulating their sexual organs. It is a natural part of sexual health and is normal in all people regardless of age, gender or relationship status.

Is it okay to masturbate?

According to Dr Nidhi Jha, masturbation is a common process. After doing it, one should avoid feeling guilty that they have committed a crime. Rather, one should consider it a normal process and forget it. She says that after a certain age, feelings start developing, after which sometimes one is forced to masturbate. If this happens occasionally, then it cannot be considered wrong.

Just don’t make this mistake:

Dr Nidhi Jha advises that you should not make masturbation a routine habit. It is important to keep in mind that this process should not affect your studies, career-related habits and other things. Also, your lifestyle should not be hampered due to this.

When can masturbation be wrong?

However, if masturbation is affecting your routine, mental health or personal relationships, then it is important to control it.

Excessive masturbation: If you are masturbating frequently and it is interfering with your studies, work or social life, then this may be a problem.

Feeling of guilt and shame: Some people feel embarrassed or guilty after masturbating. This may be due to misconceptions prevalent in society.

Physical problems: If excessive masturbation is causing pain, swelling or other physical problems in the sexual organs, then contact a doctor.

Avoid incorrect information:

Often, there is a lot of wrong information related to masturbation. One reason for this is that this topic is not discussed openly and people of this age consider it wrong and avoid talking about it, the result of which is that teenagers get trapped in the trap of such people who misguide them by giving wrong information related to masturbation. Therefore, choose the right source of information or contact an expert.

It is important to remove negative thoughts and guilt about masturbation. Understand it as a normal thing and manage it keeping in mind your health and priorities. Masturbation can be wrong only when it hurts your mental or physical health. Talking openly on this subject with the right information and awareness can be the first step towards bringing a healthy approach in society.

(Disclaimer: This content including advice provides general information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your doctor for more information. NC does not claim responsibility for this information.)

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