Alcohol has varying effects depending on the amount, frequency and gender of the person drinking. With small portions of alcohol (1-3 beers, glasses of wine, etc.), men and women alike have reported feeling more sexy or interested in sex. However, with increased consumption of alcohol (3 to 4+), people report it has negative affects on performance. For example, some men report getting "whiskey dick" when they drink too much.
Other couples have struggled with connecting intimately without alcohol if they used alcohol in the beginning to connect sexually. Since alcohol reduces inhibitions, some couples who are very shy about sex struggle to find ways to initiate when alcohol is not involved. This can lead to resentments long term.
The best case scenario is to limit your drinking and to vary your sexual experiences so that they do not all happen during alcohol consumption. This way, a couple can feel connected but not have to worry too much about lack of ability or feeling like "we only have sex when we drink." If you are concerned that your partner may have a drinking problem, it is best to seek help from a professional.
To make an appointment, please call 314-973-7997 or visit St. Louis Marriage Therapy, LLC.
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