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Savvy Psychologist

The psychological causes of erectile dysfunction

Savvy Psychologist

Macmillan Holdings, LLC

Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Science, Self-improvement, Education

4.71.4K Ratings

🗓️ 26 June 2024

⏱️ 10 minutes

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Summary

What are the psychological causes of erectile dysfunction (ED)? From anxiety and depression to stress and relationship issues, discover how these factors impact sexual health and explore effective treatment strategies.

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0:00.0

When we often envision uninterrupted passion that lasts for hours. This is probably thanks to a combination of

0:15.4

montaged love scenes and movies and the 18 plus content that we have consumed in our

0:20.7

lifetimes. In actuality, there can be awkward moments and

0:26.2

hiccups that occur that can be challenging if we don't know that it's common and

0:31.2

how to handle it.

0:33.4

With that in mind, today we're

0:35.1

going to talk about erectile dysfunction.

0:38.2

So whether you're a penis carrier yourself,

0:40.8

or simply like to play with them. This episode is for you.

0:45.5

Welcome back to savvy psychologist. I'm your host Dr. Monica Johnson.

0:50.6

Every week on this show, I'll help you face life's challenges with evidence-based approaches, a sympathetic ear, and zero judgment.

0:59.0

A rectile dysfunction, or ED, is a condition characterized by the inability to achieve or maintain an erection.

1:08.0

This condition can have profound effects on a man's self-esteem,

1:13.3

relationships, and overall quality of life.

1:17.6

Erectile dysfunction is a common condition,

1:20.4

affecting many men worldwide.

1:23.0

Studies estimate that about 52% of men experience some form of ED

1:28.8

at some point in their lives.

1:31.3

The prevalence of ED increases with age, with around 40% of men affected by the age of 40,

1:38.8

and nearly 70% of men affected by the age of 70. However, ED is not just an issue for older men. Younger men can

1:48.7

also experience it. With studies suggesting that approximately 26% of men under the age of 40 have E.D.

1:58.6

The condition can be influenced by various factors, including physical health, psychological state, and lifestyle choices,

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