A lot goes on in your body when you’re having sex. And this also includes your brain functions.
So for the purpose of getting to know our body better, let’s check out a few ways sex affects the brain.
It can feel like a drug
That pleasure you get during sex causes your brain to release dopamine, which activates the parts of the brain that makes you feel satisfied. Interestingly, dopamine is also responsible for that ‘high’ feeling people get when they are on drugs.
It lifts your mood
Another way sex affects the brain is that it makes you less moody. Research has shown that some compounds in the semen can act as antidepressants. So if you’re in a committed relationship where condoms are not your birth control choice, this is good news.
It can also be a downer
While sex can make you feel ‘high’ and excited, many women have found themselves feeling a little sad afterward. It’s possible that this could be due to the person’s feelings about the relationship/partner overall. But scientists are not exactly sure what causes these post-sex blues.
It can act as a pain reliever
If you are saying no to sex due to headaches, you may be doing yourself a disservice. Many people have experienced partial or complete relief of their headache when they have sex. Basically, women whose G-spot is being stimulated have a higher pain threshold.
It makes you sleepy
Another way sex affects the brain is that it can help you sleep relaxed. So much so that you have a need to sleep afterward. It’s possible that part of the brain winds down after orgasm which can cause that ‘tired’ feeling.
