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Does Masturbation Cause Memory Loss?

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Question: Does Masturbation Cause Memory Loss?

Answer: No, masturbation does not cause memory loss. Anxiety can however affect recall. People who are anxious or stressed, and that includes men who believe masturbation is wrong or sinful, can believe their memory is affected. Men can find they are less able to recall events and information. Being unable or finding recall difficult can compound memory difficulties and a vicious circle results.

Be assured that masturbation is not the cause of memory loss.

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