In many Eastern societies, male masturbation is often treated as a normal part of adolescence — sometimes even as a joke — while female desire is still burdened with shame. It’s time to speak up and put an end to the stigmatization of women’s sexual needs.
Recently, well-known adult platform SWAG released a survey ranking the Top 10 regions in Taiwan with the highest rates of male self-pleasure, with men in Taitung County taking first place at an average of 7.2 times per week.
However, according to urologist Dr. Chang Mei-Yu, women may actually engage in self-exploration even more frequently than that.
When it comes to female sexual needs, society should approach the topic with greater understanding and respect. Self-exploration is by no means something exclusive to men — it is also a natural and healthy way for women to better understand their own bodies and desires.
Is There Truth Behind the Saying That Women Become More Passionate with Age?
Dr. Chang Mei-Yu was Taiwan’s first female urologist. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, she has encountered every kind of patient concern. When it comes to questions about intimacy and sexual wellness, her role goes beyond listening — it is about providing professional guidance and practical solutions.
After hearing about the “Top 10 regions for male self-pleasure” survey, Dr. Chang noted that women’s frequency of self-exploration may actually surpass even the highest-ranking figure reported for men in Taitung County.
She added that women between the ages of 30 and 50 often experience particularly strong sexual desire, suggesting there may indeed be some truth behind the old saying that women become increasingly passionate in their thirties and forties.
Why Is It More Difficult for Women to Reach Orgasm?
Sometimes, after a long and exhausting day, when your partner is already asleep and there is no easy outlet for desire, self-exploration can be the most natural and convenient option.
Sexual desire also changes differently for men and women across different stages of life, which often makes their needs feel out of sync.
Dr. Chang Mei-Yu explains that because male and female bodies are fundamentally different, women often take longer to become fully aroused. Building connection and creating the right atmosphere requires time and attention.
She also points out that during partnered intimacy, the frequency of orgasm for women remains significantly lower than many people assume.
Self-Exploration Should Never Be Taboo
Self-pleasure is not something to feel ashamed of.
In fact, masturbation is a healthy and natural part of sexual wellness. Desire is no different from hunger or sleep — it is one of the body’s basic biological needs.
For many women, self-exploration is one of the most effective ways to better understand their bodies, discover what feels good, and build greater confidence in their own pleasure.
In many societies, male masturbation is often viewed as a normal part of adolescence — sometimes even treated as something humorous or casually discussed — while female desire is still too often surrounded by shame and silence.
This stigma is particularly deeply rooted in many Eastern cultures, where conversations around women’s sexual needs are often considered uncomfortable or even taboo.
This is, in fact, a healthy and natural part of life.
Developing a deeper understanding of your own body not only builds self-awareness, but also allows for greater confidence, communication, and control during intimacy — ultimately leading to more fulfilling and pleasurable experiences.
Exploration Made Easier — Pleasure Starts with You
This is not something defined by age. Different stages of life come with different levels of sexual desire and life experiences, and even the body itself — both internally and externally — continues to change over time.
Dr. Chang Mei-Yu notes that with the availability of modern sexual wellness products, women today have more ways than ever to explore their own bodies and experience pleasure more easily.
These products make orgasm something that does not necessarily depend on a partner, and in many cases can offer a faster, more varied, and more personalized experience than using one’s hands alone.
Ultimately, sexual pleasure can be something natural, accessible, and simple — a personal experience shaped entirely by your own comfort and preferences.