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Is it normal to have a very low sex drive after a breakup?

I was in a LDR with a girl I was VERY into, but she broke it off recently. I was depressed and a bit of a mess for a few weeks but I've accepted now and no longer feel those raw emotions. However, one thing that continues is having virtually no sex drive. I'm a male, and before the breakup I would masturbate at least every other day, and go through phases where I had a high libido. Even during our time together I never pushed for anything sexual, I enjoyed the emotional connection much more. But since this I never feel turned on, and anything sexual isn't appealing. I've never really been into porn anyway but right now I find it downright undesirable. I don't find myself attracted to any other woman physically, other than the girl who broke my heart and Idk if that's the main cause. Is this a regular experience during the stages of a breakup?
Sometimes, it varies between people.
I ended my last relationship six years ago, the breakup was sordid and I have been single ever since.
Apart from your breakup the current circumstances with Covid19, the immense stress associated with it and the practical daily constraints arising from social distancing measures- these may also play a role with your emotions, mood and state of mind.
Good luck!

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