What Is Excessive Masturbation? - #60667

I am trying to figure out if I have a masturbation addiction or not. I have been feeling like it’s getting a bit outta hand. Like, I'll wake up and it’s the first thing on my mind, and sometimes I can't focus on work or even hang out with friends because I keep thinking about it. I mean, I know everyone does it, right? But does it cross a line into addiction? I read somewhere that excessive masturbation could lead to all sorts of issues, like anxiety or even affecting relationships, and honestly, that freaks me out a little. Sometimes I feel guilty after doing it, but then I just do it again later, and it’s like this cycle I can’t break. And I have been wondering, what exactly is considered excessive masturbation? Like, is there a number or something? I tried cutting back, but then I get all stressed and just end up back at square one. Can it really mess with my mental health, like make me feel more anxious? I have heard different things from friends, and it's hard to figure out what's true or just exaggeration. How do I know if I'm just dealing with a habit or if I really have a masturbation addiction?