Impact of Sexual Activity on Sleep Quality

SOURCE www.psypost.org
Engaging in sexual activity, whether solo or with a partner, can lead to better sleep according to a new pilot study. Both partnered sex and solo masturbation reduced the time spent awake during the night and improved overall sleep efficiency.

Key Points

  • Objective sleep monitoring showed consistent improvements following sexual activity
  • Orgasm, regardless of occurring alone or with a partner, may have sleep-promoting effects

Pros

  • Improved sleep efficiency and reduced time spent awake during the night
  • Potential hormonal changes following orgasm can promote better sleep

Cons

  • Small sample size limits generalizability
  • Potential for social desirability bias in self-reported measures