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Abstaining from masturbation/porn/sex for mental/physical benefits, what to do?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Monitor yourself: A normal man finds it difficult, usually impossible, to practice this degree of abstinence for more than a few days. There are no physical benefits and you'll be uncomfortable both physically and mentally, perhaps even becoming unable to focus on things you need to do. If you're married and you are refusing your partner, your behavior is unacceptable.

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Answered 8/25/2018

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A member asked:

Abstaining from masturbation/porn/sex for mental/physical benefits, what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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