Masturbation

Masturbation is the act of self-stimulating the genitals for pleasure. In most cases, it usually is continued to the point of orgasm or the person feels satisfied. It's a natural way to help someone relax, reduce overall feelings of stress, and explore their sexuality. At one time, masturbation was thought to be a sign of mental health problems but that has long since been debunked. Lots of people masturbate. It's a fairly common and perfectly normal activity that has nothing to do with illness. Anyone can do it if they want to. It can be done with toys designed for the purpose or simply with the hands...

Masturbation can be a super taboo subject for many people. There is a lot of misinformation out there about masturbation. Many people today still see it as evil, unhealthy, and having severe moral and health consequences. Some children are still severely punished for exploring and learning about their body. Where do these negative feelings towards masturbation come from? Why is it seen in such a light?