AboutPete Expertise I am an Australian clinical hypnotherapist and counsellor who can answer all questions to do with male sexuality and questions relating to intimacy.
No problem is too big or too small. You can ask in total confidence.
Experience Comprehensive experience in hypnotherapy and counselling in Australia over a number of years. I have two very successful clinics that cater for people what to make permanent positive changes in their lives.
Organizations Full Member Australian Association of Clinical Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy
Education/Credentials Bachelor of Arts Degree, Post Graduate Diploma of Education, Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy, Graduate Diploma of Psychotherapy & Counselling
Past/Present Clients I do not discuss past or present clients
Question Can depression or stress affect your horomones
Answer Hi Cornell
Thanks for sharing with me.
The short answer to your question is absolutely! When people feel depressed or stressed for any reason, be it minor or major reasons, it can seriously after their hormones.
Some people seem to develop a hyped up libido (very common in bipolar disorder for example) or diminished libido (very common in clinical depression).
We need to remember that the primary function of sexual activity is for the continuation of the species, the secondary function is the providing of profound intimate pleasure. Therefore, if for one reason or another, we are not happy, there is a good chance that either we are not going to be interested in sex for a while...or focus in on sex to gain some pleasure during a rough time.
In both extremes, support is available from partners, doctors etc. Anti-depressants are notorious for killing of libido in many users.
Counselling can be most helpful and so too relaxation techniques.
I hoped the above is helpful. If you need for information, feel free to drop me a line via the follow up question option.
