6 signs tell you that you’ve had an orgasm. Do you recognize them?

Women and orgasm: a little bit of data. L’81.6% of women does not reach orgasm with intercourse alone (without additional clitoral stimulation), while only the 18.4% of women report that intercourse alone is enough to reach orgasm (source: Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, 2017). The 5-10% of women does not have never reached orgasm (although most women will in old age). The 59% of women has faked an orgasm at least once in my life (source: Archives of sexual behavior, 2019). Finally, women employ on average 14 minutes during partnered sex to orgasm, only about 8 minutes during masturbation (source: Journal of Sexual Medicine2018).

In short, women know what a orgasm? Yes, but not all. And those who have experienced it report totally different experiences: Some describe a feeling similar to release after the sneezefor others it is avery powerful wave that rises and rises, from the tip of the toes to the brain, for still others it is one uncontrollable spasmfollowed by a state of bliss and an even more intense libido.

Every orgasm is different because the person experiencing it is different: sexologists say they can be 14 orgasms that a woman can bring back. What is certain is that it should be understood whether there are any signals, which, if present, can make one exclaim: “I had an orgasm”. Well, the experts report it 6: signals which must not occur all together, but even just some, since pleasure is a subjective experience. You can find them in the gallery below, scrolling down the article to the end.

Feel tension, then a release

Who feels a sneezing-like sensation is because both experiences begin with a build-up of tension, followed by a sudden release. They are both reflections of a violent reaction of the psycho-physical state: immediately afterwards one feels better, relaxed, freed from a load of tension.

You feel happy and relaxed

When you climax, your brain is bombarded with an overproduction of feel-good hormones, including oxytocin (also called the “cuddle chemical”) and dopamine, which can leave you with a super pleasurable feeling of contentment. These two substances together can promote feelings of euphoria, bonding, empathy and closeness.

You feel sleepy

Many people feel sleepy after orgasm. It is no coincidence that the rock band Skunk Anansie entitled one of their albums “Post orgasmic chill” (post orgasm relaxation). A 2017 study found that people who orgasmed before bed had better rest at night. More research is needed to confirm the link, but the authors of this study credited oxytocin production for this better rest.

Your muscles contract\

Many people report some sort of involuntary contraction in the muscular system, like a spasm, during or immediately after orgasm. Others report a shivering sensation. These muscle contractions can occur in the vaginal walls, buttocks, legs, and abs.

Breathing and heart rate change

During or shortly after an orgasm, breathing becomes deeper and heart rate is slower. A 2008 study found that, on average, heart rate increases at the onset of an orgasm and returns to its base rate (about 60-90 bpm) ten to twenty minutes later.

The skin turns red

Many people report reddening of the skin on the face, neck and chest, which also feels warmer to the touch. This is due to an increase in blood flow: it is no coincidence that the skin is sprayed, and a rejuvenating and luminous effect is also reported on the epidermis.

The body becomes more sensitive

After an orgasm, many people report that their genitals become more sensitive, to the point that they feel discomfort when stimulated again by rubbing or manual touch. If you want to start over with a second round, it’s best to focus on less sensitive areas and go back to the genitals later, or just wait for some time.

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