Death of the sex drive - and the great debate over whether testosterone can help get it back
Summary
The article discusses the decline in people's sex drive and debates whether testosterone therapy can help. Prescription of testosterone has increased in the UK, while surveys show that sexual activity has decreased over the past few decades.Key Facts
- Alan Reeves, a former performer, noticed a decline in his libido, which affected his relationship.
- Reeves found that testosterone replacement therapy improved his sex drive.
- Rachel Mason, a menopause blogger, also reported improvements in energy and libido with testosterone.
- Testosterone prescriptions in the UK rose by 135% between 2021 and 2024.
- Surveys show a steady decline in the frequency of sexual activity in the UK from 1990 to 2010.
- Researchers expect the downward trend in sex frequency to continue, but no single reason is identified.
- Factors like increased stress, digital distractions, and possibly low testosterone levels may contribute to reduced sex drive.
- Experts are debating whether testosterone can truly boost libido or if the interest is driven by hype.
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