Is it healthy for a 13 year old to be masterbating?
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Yes!  Sometimes even at very young ages.  What isn't healthy is for a parent or an adult to tell a young one that it IS wrong...or he/she'll go blind etc.  At thirteen, the child should have had some sex ed in school and "the" talk with his/her parent and masturbating should be a part of that talk....Along with the explanation of sex and masturbation, should be a talk about the need to do so in privacy if/when it is done....and if it is a male...to clean up his mess...himself!
535455
There is quite a bit of evidence that it is VERY good for your mental and physical health. The incidence of prostate cancer is apparently considerably less on guys that masturbated frequently, especially in their younger years. No doubt that it's normal, healthy and fun...so go for it and enjoy!
534599
I don't think that is good advice to give a 13 year old in this day and age.  Kids have way too much going on in their heads to think that something like what you suggest might occur for them.  \n\nYou may have had a good experience, but I'm sure that is the exception rather than the rule.  \n\nAs a teacher, I would think that you would exercise more restraint in these matters. \n\nDon't mean to be harsh, but you did ask our opinion.
1033387
What's too often?  Is he hurting himself?\n\nMaybe you should look at this from a different angle.  Masturbating is a much better option for him when compared with going out and having unprotected sex with multiple people, acquiring diseases, and having children before he's ready.
1093096
Unfortunately it is not uncommon for 13 and 14 year old girls to be sexually active. Too many young people believe that they are mature enough for sex at that age and they are not. The best thing is for both boys and girls to wait until they are adults and married before engaging in sex. They need to be taught how precious it is to be a virgin on their wedding night. That God gave us sex to be an intimate expression of love between a husband and wife, not something to do for recreation outside of marriage.
466220
you should definitely masturbate. It can actually be good for you. i think it keeps you young.
685212
Yes I've had sex and it's great once you loose your fear of it.  If u masturbate, then think of sex being 10 times more satisfying even if u don't orhgasm...Nothing better than to have a guy in you...How old are u?  U might want to wait till u r older though...I started at 13 and maybe that was to young but I was always to curious for my own good...
351870
no...it's perfectly healthy to masturbate
755486
No it is  not at all harmful. Why three times a week you can even do it thrice a day, if you can. See the benifits of Masterbatation -\n\nMasturbation is the manual excitation of the sexual organs, usually to the point of orgasm. It can refer to excitation either by oneself or by another. It is part of a larger set of activities known as autoeroticism which also includes the use of sex toys and non-genital stimulation. There are also masturbation machines used to simulate intercourse. Masturbation and sexual intercourse are the two most common sexual practices, but they are not mutually exclusive. Some people are able to achieve orgasm only through masturbation and not sexual intercourse.\n\nBenefits\nIt is held in many mental health circles that masturbation can relieve depression and lead to a higher sense of self-worth (Hurlbert & Whittaker, 1991). Masturbation can also be particularly useful in relationships where one partner wants more sex than the other — in which case masturbation provides a balancing effect and thus a more harmonious relationship.\n\nOn July 16, 2003, an Australian research team led by Graham Giles of The Cancer Council published a medical study [2] which concluded that frequent masturbation by males may help prevent the development of prostate cancer. The study also indicated that this would be more helpful than ejaculation through sexual intercourse because intercourse can transmit diseases that may increase the risk of cancer instead.\n\nMasturbation is also seen as a sexual technique that protects individuals from the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases such as AIDS. Support for such a view, and for making it part of the American sex education curriculum led to the dismissal of US Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders during the Clinton administration.\n\nSome people actually consider masturbation as a cardiovascular workout.[10] And while doctors have no proof of this actually being true, those suffering from cardiovascular disorders (particularly those recovering from myocardial infarction, or heart attacks) should resume physical activity (including sexual intercourse and masturbation) gradually and with the frequency and rigor in which their physical status will allow. Some doctors will advise those recovering from heart attacks to resume sexual activity (solitary or with a partner) when one is able to climb two flights of stairs without experiencing shortness of breath or chest pain-
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its depandes  on ur age...not not realy bad but if u dont care of ur dight it will b ...bad for u.i thought its good and bad.\n''1''good .......its good if u have some feeling u can express these like that,in that case u can b fress without using any other person that can give u problems......if u have some feeling like that  and u  r press them its not good  for ur body and mind...so its good .\n''2'' bad.........its bad coz if u r doing it to much so u can loss ur ''duration of sex''...stemna of sex..........and every one knows it not r natural way so it will b gives somes problems to u but do u know'' ? u cant amegine these problems by coz of '' masterbation'' realy......may b it will coz of ...stress....headach......stomache.........pain in body..pain in bones......may b so it iz bad.
1187040
NORMAL? No, it's definitely not "normal"! It's normal for a 13-year-old to experience hormonal changes, but not to get pumped!
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For a 13 year old in the midst of puberty almost anything is normal.  So, enjoy it; you are a little ahead of many your age and you will come out fine as puberty finishes it's work and you become an adult. Just remember to keep yourself clean, stay in shape and always play safe.
501757
Losing your virginity is obviously not something that you can take back - once you do it, that's it.  If you are experiencing increased libido, which is perfectly normal, then try masterbating.  I'm not saying that to be funny - everyone does it.  Call me crazy, but I think that you should know your own body before you decide to give it to someone else.  Ultimately, only you can truly decide if and when to become sexually active.  Personally, I think that if you have doubts, then you are probably not ready.  Also, as you mentioned there can be serious consequences.  If you do decide to become sexually active, then PLEASE protect yourself.
942663
It is very healthy to masturbate.  Everyone needs a little release now and then.  It could be sexual fustration, stress you name it.  When mastrubating you can explore all sensual feelings.
1000208
well i think she has something mentally wrong with her.. but that is my opinion...i have never masterbated in my entire life.. i have known plenty of women that have but i never have.. but she is just a young girl... i have also heard about nymphomaniacs.. and she may be just the canidate for that...she could really damage herself too... and seriously... well i know you may not want to do this but i think you should tell your school counselor about this or your parents and  see if they can tell you what to do, and maybe they can help you see she gets the help she needs.. you would feel really bad if something really bad happened to her....i would be scared and very concerned too.. but try to think who you can talk to , and seek advice and the best way to handle this situation....and do not waste a lot of time either...she does need counseling i know for sure....
535605
First of all ignore what catsclaw89 said! None of that is true at all! Our bodies really tell us when we are masturbating too much and we just don't feel like doing it for a while...we need to "re-charge our batteries" so to speak. Unless you are obsessed with masturbating (very rare!) or ignoring other aspects of your life, like doing homework or socializing with other people...you can't do it too much! One of twice a day as teenagers (boys especially!) is completely normal and healthy. I wouldn't even worry about it. I've been doing it all my life and haven't worn my weenie out yet!
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It is very healthy to masturbate, for shure.'It is good for your bloodstream, for your prostate (if you are a man), for your skin and hair, and for stressrelieving and many many things more. \n\nBut that doesn't mean it is unhealthy to not masturbate. It is just healthier to do it.\nYou won't die if you don't do it. Follow your instincts. If you never have the urge, don't force yourself.