That’s why women apparently don’t like casual sex, according to tired stereotypes.
but because those who falloutside those expectationscan be left feeling abnormal or even ashamed for not fitting the mold.
Why some people feel sad after sex.
“There isn’t a definitive answer for why some do or do not experience this dysphoria.
It isn’t necessarily linked to the quality of sex, your relationship, or your personality.
Many people who are in a happy, supportive, and loving relationship experience post-coital dysphoria.”
Some possible contributing factors?
All three were associated with PCD, with psychological distress playing the biggest role.
How men experience post-coital dysphoria.
And yet, these results show PCD might very well be a fairly common experience among guys.
“Post-coital dysphoria may take form in different ways than sadness or distress,” Dr. Overstreet says.
That isn’t to say crying after sex is off the table for guys.
Why we need to validate men’s emotions.
It makes a lot of men with PCD feel ashamed and embarrassed."
But the truth is, there’s nothing to be embarrassed about when it comes to PCD.
Just being able to name what you’re going through (post-coital dysphoriaremember it!)
can go a long way.
All the more reason for us to ditch the antiquated gender stereotypes around sex once and for all.
