Don't feel sexually attracted to your partner anymore? Don't panic and read on

It's okay if you don't feel sexually attracted to your partner. Photo Courtesy: Pixabay

So, you love your partner to death and you have been in a committed relationship for quite some time now. But, when it comes to physical intimacy--you don't feel passionate anymore. As a result, your sex life has gone for a toss and you feel guilty about not wanting to have sex with him. Now, all of this makes you panic because you feel the spark between you two has died down. Right?

Well, ladies--calm down. Just because you don't want to indulge in steamy lovemaking sessions doesn't mean you don't love your man. In fact, it's absolutely normal if something like this is happening to you.

According to a study, it is not surprising that some women lose interest in sex a year into the relationship.

"Researchers from Southampton, Glasgow, and University College in London interviewed more than 6,500 women and more than 4,500 men aged between 16 and 74, who reported having at least one sexual partner in the last year. Some 34% of the women and 15% of the men said they were no longer interested in sex and were distressed by this," states a report published in the Huffington Post.

It's important to note that dwindling sexual desire is not something you really need to worry about. Photo: Shutterstock/ IndiaPicture

"It is definitely true that there is initial strong desire for sex at the beginning of any relationship especially when it's exciting. The brain loves novelty, unfamiliarity and unpredictability. However, this excitement alone is not sustainable over a period of time," says Dr. Eugene Viljoen, sexologist and lead researcher of the study, in an interview to the website.

But, it's important to note that dwindling sexual desire is not something you really need to worry about and there are various factors that contribute to it. For instance, it can be your sexual health that is stopping you from enjoying sex or body image issues that you harbour or the most common factor of them all--fatigue.

Just because you are taking a sexual hiatus doesn't mean things can't improve. Researchers suggest that you talk about the issue with your partner rather than sweeping it under the carpet. Also, explore other forms of physical intimacy such as cuddling and holding hands. And most importantly, seek professional help if things are bothering you too much.

The key is to understand that there is nothing wrong with your relationship and it happens to everyone. So, relax and talk it out.