The scientific explanation of why men sleep after sexual intercourse

Is it an issue that affects men more?

In addition, the sexologist from the Platanomelón firm, Maria Hernandoensures that “Oxytocin, also known as the love hormone, It is released in large quantities into the blood after sexual intercourse. But this It does not affect both sexes in the same way. In men it generally causes drowsiness, while in women it tends to produce a sense of activity with the partner, such as talking or hugging.”

On the other hand, Vancouver sex therapist David McKenzie stated that after sexual intercourse “the biochemical prolactin is released, which physically alters the male body and generates fatigue.

It should be remembered that the orgasm activa areas of the brain, as the one responsible for managing emotions and pleasure, it also decreases activity in the prefrontal cortex, responsible for attention and cognition.

What happens to the male reproductive system?

Behind the ejaculation, The man’s penis returns to its natural state and it is not a lack of desire, but a natural reaction which is known as the refractory period.

This refers to the moment between the end of ejaculation and the next erection, which can take seconds or hours.