Women's masturbatory habits and preferences can vary widely, and the specifics of what they think about when they masturbate are largely personal and subjective. However, a survey of over 2,000 UK adults, including men and women, provides some insights into themost common types of fantasies and activities that women engage in.
According to the research, the majority of women use their minds whenthey masturbatethis suggests that they often seek mental stimulation rather than physical intimacy. One in five women say that they immerse themselves in a sexual fantasy to achieve an orgasm. This is more common in women than men, with 66% of men using porn to achieve sexualrelease, compared to just 35% of women. This may be because porn tends to cater to the male gaze, focusing on scenarios and characters that appeal to a typically male audience.
Other popular activities in sexual fantasy include thinking about past sexual experiences, using sex toys, and fantasy scenarios involving specific partners or situations. Thirteen percent of men and 14% of women use masturbation as a means of reducing stress or easing menstrual cramps.
One in ten women use self-pleasure as a sleep aid, highlighting the connection between the mind and the body in terms of sleep and pleasure. The research also shows that women are more likely than men to own sex toys, with 88% owning vibrators compared to just 11% of men. The most common fantasy for women is lesbian porn, tribbing videos, or wrestling. Other popular fantasies include being dominated by men, being intimate with attractive female friends, and fantasy scenarios involving other forms of non-traditional sexual relationship.
While these findings provide a glimpse into the diverse range of sexual fantasies practiced by women in the UK, it is important to note that individual experiences and preferences may vary widely. The anonymity and confidentiality of survey research may allow people to feel more comfortable expressing their fantasies and desires without fear of judgment or societal pressure. Furthermore, the survey was conducted before the pandemic, which may have impacted the prevalence and types of fantasies practiced during the pandemic.
