A new study suggests that sexual activity could help protect individuals from the metabolic consequences of chronic stress. The research, published in the journal Psychoneuroendocrinology, examined the stress-buffering effects of sexual activity in mothers caring for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The findings indicate that sexually active mothers had healthier levels of key metabolic hormones compared to their sexually inactive counterparts. Chronic stress is known to cause significant changes in the brain and body, leading to various health issues, including disruptions in met…
