Does masturbation cause anxiety?

Masturbation and porn can cause relationship problems which can make you feel isolated, which can make you feel depressed. And the longer you are isolated, it slowly becomes a comfort zone which creates social anxiety. read more

I suspect that you are barking up the wrong tree: depression isn't being caused by masturbation, but rather (possibly) excessive masturbation is a symptom of the disease which is depression. Occasional feelings of anxiety, stress, and depression are normal, but if it lasts a long while you should consult with a medical practitioner. read more

Then I thought, hmm I might as well give it a try. I haven't masturbated in 3 days and I'm already starting to feel better. I know it's cause of masturbation because I haven't changed any of my normal routines besides refraining from masturbation. Plus I saw articles about the negative effects of masturbstion; anxiety, fatigue, blurry eyes, lower back pain, etc. i had all of those symptoms. read more

This belief may cause me to have anxiety because I am masturbating, and release chemicals in the brain when I orgasim. I am a firm believer that the anxiety and mood that result are caused by a mix of psycological factors and brain chemistry, Each of these can affect the other. read more