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by Dr. Al Cooper and Dr. Coralie Scherer

Depression can be linked to low libido. If your boyfriend has been depressed for five years and that has been reflected in his lack of interest in sex, his interest would be expected to improve as his depression lifts.

Causes Of Low Libido With Depression

• Prozac and other anti-depressants have the effect of suppressing sexual interest.
• If he became depressed only recently, it may be that his sexual preference is for sex every ten days and he will return to that frequency when the depression is gone.

Unfortunately when it comes to low libido with depression it is a wait and see game.

About the Author:

Dr. Al Cooper, clinical director at the San Jose Marital and Sexuality Centre (408-248-9737), runs the training program for Counseling and Psychological Services at Stanford University. Dr. Cooper is internationally known for his work in sexuality and is frequently interviewed by the media. He currently writes a column in Men's Health Magazine.

Dr. Coralie Scherer coordinates online services for the Centre and specializes in sexual trauma, women's issues, and marital therapy.