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Research shows the average married couple has sex about once weekly, but there's no definitive "right" amount. The key factors are open communication between partners about their needs and finding a frequency that satisfies them both. Being willing to compromise and prioritize intimacy during busy times helps couples maintain a healthy sex life.

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A variety of factors including hormones, chronic health conditions, prescription medications, poor body image, stress, depression, fatigue, relationship conflict, and lack of intimacy can dampen sexual desire. Low libido often improves through lifestyle changes like better sleep, exercise, nutrition, stress management, and couple's counseling. If self-help is ineffective, doctors can check hormones, refer to specialists, and consider medications or hormone therapy in applicable cases to help regain satisfying sex drive and intimacy.

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Libido, or sex drive, tends to peak in the late teens and 20s when hormone levels are optimal. It then decreases gradually as people age due to falling testosterone and estrogen. But factors like chronic health problems, medications, stress, poor body image, and relationship issues also contribute to declining libido, especially for women during menopause and men over 60. However, couples can maintain satisfying intimacy through open communication, flexibility, and focusing on emotional connection.

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Research shows that single men have sex about 1.3 times per week in their 30s, dropping to 0.6 times weekly over 50. Single women average 0.5 times per week in their 30s, further declining after 40. Frequency is affected by many factors like health, attitudes about sex, and opportunity. Couples have sex much more regularly - around 1.5 times weekly. Though singles have less sex, they can improve frequency by making intimacy a priority and minimizing barriers.

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While the average couple has sex around once weekly, every relationship's optimal sexual frequency varies based on age, health, stress, moods, and changing life seasons. The key is honest communication between partners. Mismatched libidos take compromise through scheduling, variety, and non-intercourse intimacy. Most importantly, prioritize emotional connection in and out of the bedroom.

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Sex drive is influenced by many biological, psychological and social factors. There is no single "normal" level of desire. The main markers of a healthy libido are lack of distress, compatibility with your partner, and alignment with personal values. If you experience sexual issues or relationship conflicts over mismatched desire, compassionate counseling and medical help is available.

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