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Is celibacy a healthy life style since it's peaceful, relaxing & stress free?

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Each to their own: I suspect many people of both sexes might not agree with that conclusion, nor would it be good for the ultimate survival of the human race.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/30/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sex is not important: to everyone. Some people are more at peace with celibacy but it might drive others a bit crazy.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 5/30/2015

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