Simply put, dopamine makes you feel good and puts you in a better mood. On top of that, the hormone oxytocin, which is released during orgasm, lowers cortisol levels. Cortisol is a main stress hormone, and is usually present in high levels in stressed out people.
Considering this, does Masturabation cause sores?
Masturbating too often or too vigorously can cause your penis to become sore and red. If you masturbate too much in a short space of time your penis can swell up (oedema), due to the build up of fluid in the tissue.
Secondly, does masturbation destress you? “Masturbation is a great tool for stress reduction because of the release of endorphins that can happen during self-pleasure,” she says. “Because of that, it’s also a great sleep aid.