Post-Sex Sleep? There's a Simple Scientific Explanation



Sexologist Larissa Elmokdisi explains why some people fall asleep after sex.


If you've ever wondered why some people feel sleepy after sex, you should know that it's not that strange. In fact, there is a scientific explanation involving biological and hormonal factors.


According to sexologist Larissa Elmokdisi, hormones are released after sexual activities such as masturbation. “Orgasm helps you get a restorative sleep,” she explained to Metrópoles newspaper.


In addition, in the moments after orgasm, various hormones are discharged, such as endorphin and adrenaline, after which a feeling of relaxation arises in both men and women