When you lost your virginity may impact how well you age: study
A recent study suggests that the age at which individuals lose their virginity may influence their aging process. Researchers found that earlier sexual experiences are linked to poorer health outcomes in later life, including increased frailty and mental health issues. The findings highlight the importance of early sexual health education and addressing health risks to promote healthier aging.
- ▪The study analyzed a genetic database to explore the connection between the timing of first sexual intercourse and aging outcomes.
- ▪Those who lost their virginity earlier showed higher frailty and poorer longevity-related measures.
- ▪Factors such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder were identified as significant in the link between early sexual experiences and aging.
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Health When you lost your virginity may impact how well you age: study By McKenzie Beard Published May 21, 2026, 10:17 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The age you first bump and grind could affect your experience with Father Time. A new study found that when you lose your virginity may impact how well you age later in life, including outcomes like frailty and misery in older adulthood. “Our findings suggest that the timing of first sexual intercourse may be connected to aging through multiple psychological, behavioral and disease-related pathways,” first author Kaixian Wang said in a press release. The average age Americans lose their virginity is around 17 years old.
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