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Why are women more lustful than men?

Why are women more lustful than men?

By Li JimPublished about a year ago 3 min read

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Do you remember the saying that used to be circulating: "How to judge if a man is lecherous?" The answer is to place your hand under his nose.

From a scientific perspective, there's actually nothing fundamentally wrong with this kind of saying since "Appetite comes with eating" after all.

However, this saying conceals bias against men being "lecherous", when in fact women may be even more inclined towards it. In the animal kingdom, males actively court females in order to propagate their genes. This gives females more leeway to choose mates that possess superior genes, such as those with stronger bodies and more intelligent brains, in accordance with the principle of "survival of the fittest."

As "higher animals," humans, stripped of the veneer of "civilization," share genetic commonalities with other species. When men are in the presence of the opposite sex, they unconsciously experience a physiological urge to actively court women in order to fulfill their reproductive needs. Even "drakes" seeking mates may forcibly mate in order to fulfill their own desires.

When women are in the presence of the opposite sex, they make "needs-based" choices. Handsome looks, good build, tall stature, nice skin... These external characteristics, which are easily discernible, become their selection criteria for choosing a mate. Therefore, women prefer handsome and fit men, making them more inclined towards lust, and their lust encompasses both genders.

In 1970, a psychological study divided men and women into two groups and had them watch short films simultaneously to observe their reactions. The experimental results showed that 40% of women had stronger reactions than men, and in fact, the degree of reaction in the female brain was six times that of men.

But psychologist David Schnarch believes that in addition to the hormone-driven biological "sex," there is also social "sex" that is driven by spirituality and sexual experience. Due to the instinct of self-protection, women are more cautious and reserved in expressing their sexual desires.

Therefore, even though most women may have grandiose emotions inside, they still maintain a calm exterior. Men, on the other hand, are more open and direct about their "lust," creating a sharp contrast with women and thus perpetuating the misconception that "men are more lecherous."

It is said that "women are like wolves at 30 and tigers at 40," which has caused many men over the age of 35 to feel deeply troubled and led to the assertion that women are more lecherous. In fact, the increased lust in women over 40 is due to hormonal changes.

Sexual arousal requires hormone transmission, and hormone feedback will stimulate the brain to produce memories of sexual pleasure. While male hormone levels are relatively stable, testosterone is responsible for maintaining the state of the sexual organs, while estrogen drives more hormone secretion in women.

However, in women, hormone levels will decrease sharply with age and declining ovarian function, leading to a rapid drop in estrogen and a relative increase in testosterone, making sexual desire stronger than before. Some women may even experience high androgen syndrome due to excessive testosterone levels, which does not cause a surge in sexual desire but instead leads to a gradual decline in it.

Under long-term feudal constraints, women bear more blame and insults, making it impossible for women to express their sexual desires freely like men. Once women exhibit "sexual needs," they are labeled as "cheap" or "sluts," which is filled with shame...

But it's important to note that while hormones and biological factors may play a role in sexual desire, they are not the only factors at play. Social and cultural norms and experiences, personal values and beliefs, and individual experiences all contribute to shaping one's sexual desire and behavior.

In conclusion, the idea that men are inherently more sexually driven or "horny" than women is a common stereotype that is not necessarily supported by scientific evidence. While hormones and biological factors may contribute to differences in sexual desire between men and women, social and cultural norms and experiences also play a significant role in shaping sexual behavior. Ultimately, it's important to recognize that everyone's sexual desires and experiences are unique and shaped by a variety of factors, and there is no one-size-fits-all explanation for differences in sexual desire between individuals or genders.

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