Hormones and Behavior
The bad feelings that come with periods aside, most women have reported that they get hornier during this time. The interesting thing is that this coincides with the time that women report to not feeling pretty. During ovulation, there is an increase in various hormones. But are these same hormones responsible for the rise in libido during your periods?
Scientists have not yet locked on an all-encompassing theory about this because when it comes to women, several factors drive their libido. There is usually a rise and fall of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone during the menstrual cycle. Some scientists have ruled out the importance of testosterone in female libido, while others claim it plays a part.
In 2013 a study was released in “Hormones and Behavior.” It followed a group of undergraduate females over two menstrual cycles. They were then asked to report on a journal their sexual activity or increase in sex drive.
Researchers discovered that estrogen and progesterone had a profound effect on their sexual desire. A rise in estrogen coincided with an increase in friskiness. At the beginning of your periods, the hormone drops, but after 2-3 days, it starts rising. Progesterone, which was associated with a drop in libido drops at this time. That is one explanation.
Some have linked the horniness to psychological processes. Your body may be seeking an orgasm that offers relief and reduces stress. Stress reduction from an orgasm is always better than tons of medication. You may also want some intimate moments in times when you are feeling moody and tired.
It is essential to discuss menstrual sex with your partner to get their standing on it. When your body talks, it is always important to give it what it needs, according to Janet Brito, a licensed sex therapist. It will improve your body awareness, help you become comfortable, and improve your relationships.
On the other hand, sexual desire does not influence your menstruation cycle.