This research is still disputed
The 2002 study this article cites found a correlation between semen exposure and lower depression scores in women, but a 2014 follow-up study failed to replicate it, suggesting partner satisfaction — not semen itself — may be the real factor. This article presents an unsettled hypothesis, not advice to have unprotected sex, which still carries the usual STI and pregnancy risks.
The situation of depression in society is a nearby health problem that can be completely cured. But if not treated, it can lead to more severe depression to the point of suicide. Today, Prapha would like to present research results that point to unexpected properties of sperm. That will help reduce symptoms of depression.
Warning: Don't close the article and go find sperm to eat before finishing reading. Because this might not be what you think.
Depression is mainly caused by chemical abnormalities in the brain and other causes. These include economic and financial situations, disappointments, relationships, love, and loss. etc. If you cannot deal with the problem, it will cause stress, anxiety, develop into depression and self-harm or suicide. Symptoms of depression include sadness, depression, lethargy, boredom, irritability, and irritability. Can't concentrate, can't sleep, have thoughts of wanting to die.
According to WHO, in 2017, there were approximately 322 million people suffering from depression worldwide, accounting for 4.4% of the world's population. While the average suicide rate of Thai people is 6 cases per hour
Research by the Psychology Department of the State University of New York has studied and compared the sexual behavior of 300 male and female college students. The results of the study are as follows.
Having sex without a condom may have an anti-depressant effect. or are less depressed than the general population Because in semen there are substances that help make you feel good. Makes it easier to fall asleep And there are at least 3 types of anti-depressant substances, consistent with previous research that found that semen also contains substances such as serotonin and melatonin.
Serotonin (Serotonin) has properties as both a neurotransmitter and a hormone, playing an important role in the functioning of many parts of the body. including emotional regulation, digestion, feelings of craving or loss of appetite, as well as sleep, and is also associated with many psychiatric diseases. Melatonin (Melatonin) is a hormone that the body produces naturally. This helps improve sleep and has been found to help with other problems.
These findings also support the possibility that semen has anti-depressant effects. and also consistent with the findings that The vagina can absorb various substances in semen. There are no official studies on whether the anus can absorb the same substances as the vagina.
Publication of this article The security guard does not encourage people to have sex without condoms to reduce depression. But because such knowledge is interesting and helps many People know that sperm is not only a carrier of sexually transmitted diseases or a vehicle for pregnancy.
People with depression or have depressed symptoms similar to depression, you should consult a psychiatrist and take medication continuously. You should also wear a condom every time you have sex. Because we all know how many contagious diseases there are that are scary as depression.
Summary
Sperm contains substances that can help reduce symptoms of depression. But it is absorbed well in the vagina, so eating sperm or using sperm to apply it. It doesn't help in reducing symptoms of depression.
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Information updated 24 September 2026.