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Sexual HealthLack of desireA low level of sexual desire is sometimes called a low or lagging libido. This may be due to physical or emotional or relationship problems – and sometimes a combination of all. The major contributor to low libido is stress and fatigue. This is usually temporary and situational – a little vacation or a nicely planned evening out is often the only thing that is needed for you need to rekindle the flame.More troubling situations to remedy are problems related to grief, separation, divorce, and loss of a job or other major life events that may affect libido, due to elements of depression or feelings of loss. Relationship problems may affect desire, especially when underlying anger and hurt affect your willingness to be vulnerable and share intimacy. Women with poor body image, low self-esteem, and a history of sexual trauma or abuse may also experience low libido. Physical causes of low libido include side effects from medications, recovering from surgery, trauma and childbirth, certain chronic illnesses (e.g. diabetes) and hormone deficiencies. Short spells of low desire usually work themselves out – stress management may be important to learn. If the situation continues, discuss this with your health care provider so that the appropriate medical considerations can be reviewed and referrals made when necessary.
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