The Real Reason Men Masturbate More Than Women Might Shock YouThe Real Reason Men Masturbate More Than Women Might Shock YouKOMAl SINGHImage Credit- UnsplashFrom biology to social norms, here’s why research finds men masturbate more often than women.Men typically have higher testosterone levels, which increase sexual desire and frequency of self-pleasureTestosterone peaks in men drive stronger and more frequent urges, while women’s hormonal cycles vary across the monthSocietal stigma around female sexuality often discourages women from exploring or discussing masturbationMen consume more porn and erotic media, which can directly influence masturbation frequencyMen may use masturbation as stress relief, while women often juggle more mental load, reducing time for self-careStudies show over 80% of men vs. about 60% of women report masturbating in the past yearYounger women are increasingly embracing self-pleasure as sexual awareness and acceptance growBiology plays a role, but breaking social taboos can help balance the pleasure gap