The mate selection criteria remains the same for most males and females at all ages even though sex drive changes. Recent research on long-term sexual motivation in both men and women reveals these differences:
- Most men's sex drives remain relatively constant as they age. Even when the male machinery breaks down and no longer stands up to the task, the desire remains strong until the brain functions decline. (Sex really is all in the head!)
- Most women's sex drive increases with age up to age 30. After that, there is usually a steady decline in desire. The research showed only 20 percent of women age 50 were interested in as much sexual activity as they had in their thirties.
