Navigating sexual norms: Expert advice on quality over quantity
Being in a relationship, sometimes the question may arise of how often one "should" have sex. Is once a week too much or too little? This topic is so sensitive and individual that discussing it with friends is hard. A doctor has cleared up the doubts.
26 July 2024 19:53
Dr. Rena Malik, a well-known doctor and expert in urology, decided to share her knowledge about "sexual norms" in relationships. In the podcast "Diary of a CEO," the specialist addressed the frequently asked question by couples: how often should we have sex? Her statement sheds new light on this delicate topic.
The doctor cited research findings, which indicate that people in relationships mostly have sex about once a week on average. So, what does she recommend for couples?
"Quantity isn't the most important thing"
According to Dr. Malik, there is no universal norm regarding the frequency of sexual intercourse in a relationship. The expert emphasized that every couple is different and has their individual needs.
Instead of focusing on numbers, the urologist encouraged people to focus on the quality and satisfaction of both partners. In the podcast, the doctor discussed factors affecting couples' sex lives and provided tips on how to maintain healthy and satisfying intimate relationships.
"What I really like to say is it's not the quantity of sex that matters, it's the quality of sex," the specialist admitted.
The expert believes that good sex once a month is definitely better than ten average encounters.
"Ultimately there's no right number, it's really what's right for you and I think focusing on some benchmark of sex is actually harmful because now you're like 'I need to have sex this many times,'" she added.
Intimate moments have a positive impact
Dr. Malik pointed out that sex and orgasms bring many benefits, and that’s what people should focus on. We become more relaxed, sleep better, and are less irritable thanks to intimate moments.
She recommended being understanding towards oneself and one's partner and focusing on striving for a successful sex life, which may be less frequent but more qualitative.
