When guys think about a problem like premature ejaculation, they usually only consider it in terms of the havoc it wreaks on their sex life. But the truth is actually a bit more
depressing than that. Left untreated – or even under treated – premature ejaculation can affect your life well beyond the walls of the bedroom.
One of the biggest problems with sexual performance issues such as this one is that the condition itself can create a self-sustaining cycle. In the case of premature ejaculation, dealing with the condition can be nerve wracking. That means an increase in both stress and anxiety – two of the most common causes of the condition. As the issue continues, those increases in stress and anxiety levels mount up and, before you know it, a man begins to feel the effects outside the bedroom.
Increases in stress and anxiety affect a person both physically and mentally. Stress levels that remain in a constantly heightened state has been linked to a variety of physical conditions. Depression and lethargy are two of the most common and this combination quite often leads to a less active life in general as people withdraw and stay home, usually sitting on the couch. This lifestyle can easily lead to problems with obesity and even depression. This may seem like an extreme notion but many people report that even extreme bouts of depression have been triggered by something seemingly small or unrelated. It’s the snowball effect of these kinds of issues, which can turn a manageable problem into something truly challenging.
Stress and anxiety can also actively erode a man’s own sense of self – in terms of his self confidence and his personal identity, Many men base at least some part of how they see themselves on their sexual performance – even if they don’t realise it. It’s simply human nature. Other men base a lot of how they see themselves on their sexual prowess – and for good reason. After all, plenty of guys send year perfecting their technique and nailing signature moves that please their partners and establish them as quality lovers.
Then something like premature ejaculation strikes.
This can be a major blow to a man’s self-esteem and it should come as no surprise that this can lead to serious depression for men. They begin to doubt themselves – their own sense of power and confidence. This makes them withdraw from family, friends, colleagues and even their sexual partner. Cutting off these relationships has an obvious affect on the man but it also branches out from there – causing stress, tension and strife with each other person. Suddenly a man has more than just sexual performance issue to worry abut – he’s also dealing with the deterioration of many of his most important relationships.
Once these problems begin to come together and that dreaded snowball effect begins to happen, finding a solution can be challenging to say the least. Many men feel overwhelmed by the scale of the problem and also by the overload of information they find once they begin to do their own research. Instead of feeling empowered they begin to feel further isolated and alone, unsure of where to start, what to do and how to reach out for help.
So what’s the solution? Simple – break the cycle. Begin by talking openly to your partner about the condition as well as approaching your healthcare professional. This is truly the only way to halt premature ejaculation in its tracks and begin to address the problem in a long-term and healthy way. While this approach is simple on its face, that doesn’t mean it’s easy. In fact, breaking the cycle and asking for help can prove to be very difficult for men. The up side is that the process is becoming easier and healthcare professionals and women in general become more aware and well informed about the issue. So if premature ejaculation is beginning to affect more than just your sex life, take the plunge and deal with the issue once and for all.
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