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Sex affects the body and the brain.Aleksandra Kovac / Shutterstock
Humans spend an inordinate amount of time thinking about, pursuing, and having sex.
It's not just about making babies, because people have sex long before and after they have children — if they have them at all.
There are many other reasons people can't keep their hands of each other — some are physical, some are emotional, some are goal-oriented, and others may be due to insecurity.
Whatever the reason, if you're having frequent sex, you're likely to see some benefits — not only is it good for your mental wellbeing, it will probably have a positive impact on your general health too.
Several studies over the years have shown the effects of having sex. Here are 14 of the main findings so far.