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Is it bad to start masturbating at a early age would that ruin their sex drive when they get older?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: Masturbating will not ruin your sex drive. In fact, it could help you learn about your body and its responses. Enjoy yourself.

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Arthur Ciaramicoli answered

Sex: Masturbation at your age is not going to ruin your sex drive when you are older.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/29/2016

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A member asked:

Is it bad to start masturbating at a early age would that ruin their sex drive when they get older?

10 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Arthur Ciaramicoli answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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