Ask Joan: Overwhelmed – Senior Planet from AARP

Joan offers advice to a reader who is feeling overwhelmed by their husband’s demands for daily sex and persistent sexual fantasies. The reader, age 72, expresses discomfort with the frequency of sex and the nature of the fantasies. Joan emphasizes the importance of consent and boundaries in a healthy sexual relationship. She recommends that the husband respect the reader’s boundaries and suggests exploring alternative ways to communicate about sexual desires. Seeking the help of a sex therapist and couple’s therapist is also encouraged to address past traumas and improve communication.