Men tend to take their sexuality and sexual life very seriously. In fact, they tend to get frustrated or even feel depressed if they are unable to satisfy their partner -- a natural reaction, which they, however, don't feel comfortable discussing it even with their partner. 

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Unfortunately, if the problem remains unattended, the mental and psychological impact that this condition may have on the individual can, in fact, further aggravate the situation. This can even strain your relationship with your partner. 

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But, before we explain how one can overcome this problem, we need to first understand the problem. 

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What is Premature Ejaculation?

Timing is everything when under the sheets. If you are a man and you climax sooner than you and your partner would like, it may lead to irritation, friction, frustration and perhaps even create a rift between the two of you. 

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Ironically, this is quite a common complaint among most couples. Early ejaculation on rare occasions is no cause for concern. But if it occurs frequently, you need to take care of it. Just to be sure that the problem is premature ejaculation, look for these signs:

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• Do you usually ejaculate within a minute of penetration?

• Are you unable to delay climaxing during intercourse almost all the time?

• Are you feeling so frustrated and depressed over it that you refrain from sex altogether? 

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If the answer to all these questions are Yes or Usually, then you need to consult a sexologist. But keep in mind, your problem may or may not be a long-term issue. 

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• Often, first-timers climax quickly, while getting intimate with a new partner can also trigger early ejaculation. 

• There are other possibilities like performance anxiety, depression or even relationship issues. 

• It is possible that this is the effect of some medication or recent illness...

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Premature Ejaculation & Erectile Dysfunction

Premature  Ejaculation (PE) can be a problem for men with Erectile Dysfunction (ED).This is a condition among men who are unable to hold their erection long enough for sex. Men who are ...

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Serotonin -- The Trigger

It is believed that Serotonin, a neurotransmitter (a chemical substances produced by nerves) plays a vital role in erection...

 

How to Treat Premature Ejaculation? 

To treat Premature Ejaculation, a doctor will first ascertain the causative factors, take into account the patient's medical history, sexual history and, most importantly, assess his psychological framework. Accordingly, he will proceed with one or more of the following treatments: 

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1. Psychological Therapy: This is to address any emotional imbalance in the patient that may lead to sexual dysfunction. Through this process, Issues like performance anxiety, depression or relationship conflicts will be revealed and the sexologist...

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No matter what the cause may be, there is always a solution or at least a way around the problem. If you think ...