{"id":33692,"date":"2022-11-05T13:14:21","date_gmt":"2022-11-05T06:14:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/?p=33692"},"modified":"2025-01-08T14:32:05","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T07:32:05","slug":"abstinence-vs-celibacy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/erectile-dysfunction\/abstinence-vs-celibacy\/","title":{"rendered":"Abstinence vs. Celibacy [and Getting Back on the Horse]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Highlights\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Beyond semantics, the abstinence vs. celibacy question is one of short-term vs. long-term commitment.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Abstinence and celibacy can have unwanted physical and mental side effects.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lack of sex can impair cognitive functioning and make you more likely to get sick.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you are ready to have sex after abstinence, lower your expectations and be patient with yourself.\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you engage in abstinence or celibacy, you stop having sex. Many believe that celibacy and abstinence are interchangeable terms, as the two practices are similar. However, there are marked differences between them, and they have different psychological and physical impacts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Abstinence vs. Celibacy: Similarities and Differences<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abstinence and celibacy can both mean refraining from sex, and they often do. The term <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/celibacy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">celibacy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is only associated with sex, however. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/abstinence\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abstinence<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a term with a wider meaning, covering a wide range of behaviors, substances, etc. You can abstain from sex just as you can abstain from drinking alcohol or smoking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you tell someone you practice abstinence, to avoid misunderstandings, you should specify from what you abstain. If you say that you practice celibacy, no further specifications are necessary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The question of abstinence vs. celibacy exceeds semantics. The two terms denote slightly different approaches to not having sex.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abstinence refers to a shorter-term, usually voluntary, choice to avoid having sex. You may abstain from having sex before marriage, for example, or while undergoing substance abuse rehab.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celibacy refers to a longer, possibly open-ended, voluntary, or involuntary, period of abstinence. For some, celibacy is a lifelong choice. Others embrace celibacy for religious or professional reasons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The term \u201cchastity\u201d also has a related meaning. People practicing chastity refrain from all sexual activities. Sometimes, the term \u201cchaste\u201d may also refer to a person who has never had sex and has no plans to engage in sexual activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Abstinence vs. Celibacy: The Emotional and Physical Consequences<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From a medical perspective, voluntary or involuntary abstinence from sex carries mainly negative emotional and physical consequences. Hitting a sexual dry spell can happen to anyone. Sometimes, we travel and have no time for sex. Sexual partners may fall ill or lose interest in sex for another reason.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going without sex for a few days is not a big deal. Days can add up to weeks and months, however. And when we go several months without sex, changes happen in the body and mind.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Use It or Lose It<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your sex drive is like almost everything else about your body. The more you use it, the sharper it gets. When you are in a sexual rut, you may stop having sexual thoughts. Your body forgets that sex is a pleasurable activity and stops craving it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you start having sex again, however, your libido will rebound, provided you don\u2019t develop erectile dysfunction or other problems during abstinence.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Erectile Dysfunction<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going without sex does not mean that you won\u2019t get erections. Erections are physiological phenomena that are often involuntary. Some people may respond to a sexual dry spell by having more erections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sexual thoughts and sexuality can lose out to other pursuits when one goes without sex for long. This is probably the reason why men who have sex at least once a week <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amjmed.com\/article\/S0002-9343%2808%2900314-8\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are less likely<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to develop erectile dysfunction than those who have sex less often.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/2.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33693\" title=\"Happy couple in bed\" src=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/2.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg\" alt=\"Happy couple in bed\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/2.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/2.jpeg-10_11zon-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular sexual activity preserves your erectile function just as regular physical exercise preserves mobility and strength.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Your Immune System Will Miss Sex<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular sex in moderation has many <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7584428\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">physical and mental benefits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Researchers believe that frequent sex can also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15217036\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boost the immune system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you stop having sex, you give up all these benefits. By giving up sex, you may expose yourself to more frequent colds and other viral infections.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Cognitive Decline<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sex plays a complex role in the homeostasis of the male body. Its benefits are ubiquitous and far-reaching. In 2013, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1002\/hipo.22090\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">researchers found<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that sex plays a role in how our brains create new neurons. On the one hand, if you stop having sex, you may have reduced cognitive function. It may also hasten your age-related cognitive decline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to stay mentally sharp well into your senior years? Don\u2019t stop having sex.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Stress<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress is one of the banes of our modern existence. We constantly deal with it, and its effects on our health are far-reaching. Sex is one of the healthy male\u2019s weapons against stress. Sexual intercourse <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0301051105000736\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can alleviate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the effects of stress and help you relax.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, researchers believe that sex\u2019s anti-stress effects only apply to intercourse and not to masturbation or other forms of non-penetrative sex.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>The Benefits of Abstinence and Celibacy<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abstinence and celibacy are free and have no medical side effects. If you choose abstinence, you won\u2019t have to worry about unwanted pregnancy and STDs. The more you learn about STDs, the more you may see abstinence as a reasonable solution.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to keeping you healthy and safe, abstinence and celibacy can also allow you to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wait until you are ready for a sexual relationship<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wait for the right partner to come along<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have fun with romantic relationships without potentially dangerous consequences<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow your doctor\u2019s recommendations in case of a medical condition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on your career and material goals in life<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the teachings of your religion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get to know your partner outside of a sexual context<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Getting Back on the Horse<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People often make the mistake of ending their celibacy or abstinence unexpectedly without being prepared for resuming their sexual lives. When they do so, they may expose themselves to infections and pregnancy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are ways to prepare for having sex again.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Taking It Slow<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It makes sense to ease back into having sex and getting to know your body again. What used to turn you on sexually may no longer work or may feel uncomfortable. Be patient with yourself. Consider masturbation before penetrative sex. Don\u2019t be shy to set rules and limitations you feel you need.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Communication Is Key<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding a patient and communicative partner who understands your situation is important. You may not perform as well between the sheets as you did before. Know that you may surprise yourself. And keep communication open with your partner during the act.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Lowering Your Expectations<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t ride a bike for years, you may feel jittery and wobbly when you get back on the seat. The same goes for sex. Rest assured that as you have sex more regularly, it will get better and better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/3.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33694\" title=\"Woman spilled tea on a man\" src=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/3.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg\" alt=\"Woman spilled tea on a man\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/3.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/3.jpeg-10_11zon-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Being Safe<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be aware that you are only safe from STDs if you and your partner are both tested. Use condoms and dental dams for protection. Be aware that you can protect yourself and your partner through vaccines. Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines are now <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/std-sexually-transmitted-diseases-treatments\/hpv-in-men\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">available for men<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Eliminating ED as a Problem<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find that erectile dysfunction is a problem, know that there are safe, FDA-approved solutions. Drugs like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/buy-viagra\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Viagra<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/cialis\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/vardenafil\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levitra<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, can help you turn ED into a thing of the past.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>eDrugstore Can Help<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We carry FDA-approved medications to help you overcome <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erectile dysfunction<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and perform better in bed. Create an account, place an order, and we\u2019ll deliver your ED meds quickly and discreetly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you place an order, a U.S.-licensed doctor will handle your prescription. With eDrugstore, virtual health visits and shipping are always free.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highlights\u00a0\u00a0 Beyond semantics, the abstinence vs. celibacy question is one of short-term vs. long-term commitment. Abstinence and celibacy can have unwanted physical and mental side effects. Lack of sex can impair cognitive functioning and make you more likely to get sick. 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