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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Linda Geddes

Full speed ahead: why do some of us struggle with low libido – and five ways to help

‘Do you want to go on top.’
‘Do you want to go on top.’ Illustration: Guillem Casasus/The Guardian

Peter had never felt particularly interested in sex. Although he’d had various opportunities throughout his adult life, he had always been surprised at how lacklustre his attitude to these sexual encounters was. Maybe he was tired, he’d drunk too much alcohol, or he was worried about his performance – whatever it was, it hadn’t been a major worry until he met his current partner four years ago.

“For her, that physical connection with men had always been a big thing,” he says. “I wasn’t interested in it to the same level, and this still creates issues in terms of what the other perceives should be the right amount.”

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