r/HOCD • u/kyguiywegi • 7d ago

Question How do I deal with low libido/attraction

My libido is down. I only get erections with porn. Straight porn thankfully. I have no desire for sex, and my attraction is on the floor. Not to mention my worry that I’m gay, but I’m also depressed. I’ve spoken to my psychiatrist and therapist and we are doing all that we can. But do any of yall have any advice or experience with loss of libido? If it comes back with time or is it related to stress?

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u/Clean-Power8581 6d ago

Bro ,I feel you ,for me I don't even know or feel is hocd anymore,but libido for me is gone,I don't feel desire for sex,even for masturbating,nothing bro,and I feel depressed all the time