Premature Ejaculation
Treatments for Premature Ejaculation
Premature Ejaculation and Sex Therapy: How to Overcome the Problem
Premature ejaculation (PE) is a common sexual dysfunction in men, characterized by an inability to control ejaculation, resulting in an unsatisfactory sexual experience for both partners. PE can cause anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship problems. But, the good news is that it is treatable with the help of sex therapy.
Here are three steps that sex therapists use to help men overcome premature ejaculation:
Education and Communication:
The first step in the treatment of PE is to educate the client about the anatomy and physiology of sexual arousal and ejaculation. This helps to dispel any myths or misconceptions and promotes a better understanding of the issue. Good communication between partners is also crucial, as it promotes a healthy and open dialogue about sexual issues and can help to reduce anxiety and stress.
Sensate Focus Exercises:
Sensate focus exercises are designed to help men increase their awareness of physical sensations and improve control over ejaculation. These exercises involve touching, caressing, and massaging each other's bodies, focusing on the sensations of touch, without any pressure to perform sexually. This helps to build intimacy and helps to increase control over ejaculation.
Behavioral Techniques:
Behavioral techniques are based on the premise that premature ejaculation is a learned behavior and can be unlearned. Techniques like the "squeeze" method and "start-stop" method are used to help men increase their ability to control ejaculation. In the "squeeze" method, the therapist or partner applies pressure to the penis just before ejaculation, helping to delay ejaculation. In the "start-stop" method, the man stops sexual stimulation just before ejaculation, and restarts it once the urge to ejaculate subsides.
In conclusion, premature ejaculation is a treatable condition, and sex therapy can play a crucial role in helping men overcome this problem.
By focusing on education, communication, sensate focus exercises, and behavioural techniques, men can learn to control ejaculation and enjoy a fulfilling sexual experience. If you are struggling with premature ejaculation, don't hesitate to reach out to a sex therapist for help.
