Patient's question:
How often is it appropriate to have sexual activity in general?Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: The needs of people at different age stages and different individuals vary.Guidance: The frequency of sexual activity varies from person to person. Generally speaking, the frequency depends on ethnicity, different regions, different social and cultural backgrounds, as well as individual age, health status, and psychological condition. Some newlyweds may engage in sexual activity almost every day during their honeymoon. On the wedding night, some may have continuous intercourse 4 to 5 times, and even have sex indoors during the day. However, it is also important to exercise moderation and avoid excess.
A survey found that the frequency of male sexual activity generally decreases with age. During the 22 to 25 age range, it is about 3 times per week; between 32 to 35 years, it drops to 2 times per week; and from 41 to 45 years, it further decreases to 1 time per week. Of course, this is just an average. There is a significant variation within each age group—some engage in sexual activity multiple times a day, while others may do so only once a month. Therefore, one should not judge the appropriateness of sexual activity solely based on the frequency of intercourse.