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Anxiety & Sex-Catch 22

Discussion in 'Physical & Sexual Health' started by Incognito10, Mar 6, 2015.

  1. Incognito10

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    I have pretty bad social anxiety disorder; so bad, I am too anxious to have or follow through with sex. I do take xanax which helps calm my nerves to the point I can enjoy myself with less anxiety and panic; however, xanax kills my sex drive. I can't have it both ways and it's a circular scenario and either way, I can't have sex. Has anyone experienced this? If so, any wise words?
     
  2. Section18

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    I haven't experienced this, however I used to be a very nervous person in general. (Not so much anymore). Unfortunately I can't really offer any other advice apart from seek professional help. If the drugs take away your sex drive then the only other option is to see a therapist and hopefully deal with your issues that way.
     
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    If you are up for it then you could talk to your doctor about your lack of sex drive.Maybe you could switch medications?