Why Some Men Fall Asleep After Sex

By Korin Miller

 We’ve always wondered what makes guys conk out after sex and now science is offering up an explanation. According to a recent joint study from the University of Michigan and Albright College, people are more likely to fall asleep after getting busy if their partner is craving more affection and a stronger bond with them.
To get the results, scientists polled 456 people on who falls asleep after sex and who crashes first when you go to bed and don’t have sex. People whose partners passed out right after sex had stronger desires to cuddle and chat after the deed than those whose partners didn’t fall asleep after sex. Of course, this could be because they're craving a good snuggle-fest since their guy never does it, but the study didn't look into this.   
  
Researchers say the reaction is subconscious and essentially a way to avoid talking about feelings. So basically, if your guy passes out afterwards, he’s not interested in chatting about the state of your relationship…or he’s just tired and feels comfortable enough around you to pass out when he feels like it.  



Another interesting tidbit: Scientists found that women were more likely to fall asleep first when they didn’t have sex. Their guess as to why? Men could stay awake longer because they’re hoping to entice you into a little pre-sleep nooky.  



Who is more likely to fall asleep after sex—you or your guy? 

Read more: Why Some Men Fall Asleep After Sex - Cosmopolitan 


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