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Erectile
Dysfunction (ED) and Premature Ejaculation
Millions of men at all ages experience problems with
erectile
dysfunction (ED) and/or premature ejaculation. Sadly, many men do not
get help because they are
reluctant to talk
about their sexual concerns due to feelings of shame. A first step to
your recovery is realizing that there is
no
shame in wanting a better, more satisfying love life. The next step is
to seek help and talk honestly about your concerns.
Sexual problems can result from many factors,
including health
problems and medical treatments (medications, radiation, surgery), as
well as psycho-social factors (stress,
relationship conflicts, communication problems, anxiety, and
depression). Psycho-social factors are likely to contribute to the
problem regardless of whether there are medical factors.
- Erectile
dysfunction
(ED)
- ED
is
difficulty getting an erect penis or staying hard during lovemaking.
This
is
a common problem. Even if you have had prostate treatment (including
radiation, chemo, and/or surgery) or have other medical conditions,
there are many resources
that can help you resume satisfying sex.
- Recovery
of
satisfying sex requires a holistic approach that treats the
whole person—body, mind, and spirit—within the context of your
relationship. Relationship coaching, sex coaching, and counseling can
address the
psycho-social factors by providing relevant facts about optimal sexual
functioning and by teaching specific communication skills, mindfulness
skills, and exercises to restore sexual health. When the cause of ED is
primarily
medical, there are many
effective treatments available, including medications, injections,
vacuum devices, and surgical implants. Regardless of the cause or
treatment, relationship coaching and sex coaching can help improve the
quality and satisfaction of your sex life.
- Premature
ejaculation
- Premature
ejaculation is climaxing too soon. Anxiety is often a major factor.
- Life
coaching can teach you mindfulness skills that
will
help you to
reduce anxiety by quieting your mind and being more present during sex.
These skills will also help you to deepen intimacy with your partner.
Additionally, you can learn specific exercises that will enable you to
extend sexual pleasure before ejaculation.
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