And many likely do last a lifetime, because couples fall into the trap of thinking that sexless marriages are “normal.” While they are common – estimates for the number of sexless marriages range from 10 to 20 percent of all marriages – if one or both partners are unhappy, that is never normal.

What does it mean when your partner doesnt want to make love to you?

There are a number of reasons why someone may not want to have sex or has lost interest in sex, including: A low sex drive. Sexual trauma in their past. Experiencing stress in other areas of their life.