Psychological causes which impact negatively on erectile dysfunction

Studies have shown that many men have a lot of fears about possible erectile dysfunction, which is often a forerunner to complete impotence. Further research has shown that psychological factors such as anxiety are responsible for about 15% of all cases of ED and impotence. Men whose impotence is caused by emotional problems may need therapy to help them deal with the psychological issues.

Here are some of the more common psychological causes of ED, which may lead to impotence:

• Stress, whether it be job-related, financial, or even partner-related, negatively affects all the functions of the body. This can result in a lack of sexual interest and possible ED.
  
• If a man has once experienced ED, he could become anxious that the problem will occur again, leading to a constant fear of sexual failure, which can escalate into full-scale impotence. 
  
• Depression affects a person physically and emotionally. Medications used to treat depression are also known to cause ED.
  
• Due to previous episodes of ED, low self-esteem and feelings of inadequacy to function fully as a man may add fuel to the fire of potential impotence.

Impotence can have a devastating psychological impact on most men, even when the problem is purely physical, but there is a mind-body connection.

Identifying the problem

Pinpointing a physical cause of impotence is far easier than identifying emotional causes. A medical examination and tests can reveal if there is an underlying health problem, or perhaps a hormonal imbalance. If physical, these issues can be treated with medications or hormones, and help to put your ED back on the rise, as you get on with your life.
On the other hand, psychological issues need to be dealt with differently, and may include therapy sessions to root out the problem. It may take a bit longer to sort out feelings like insecurity, low self-esteem, a lack of confidence, shame, and anger, any of which could come to the fore, affecting your sexuality. The good news is that no matter whether the cause of your impotence is physical or psychological, there are treatment options that can help restore your sexual prowess.

How you can help yourself to manage impotence

The key to successfully helping yourself to overcome impotence is to establish the cause of the ED. This can involve a visit to the doctor for a blood test to ascertain hormone levels, and an examination to see if there could be an underlying health reason. Based on the results, the doctor can take appropriate action and the healing process can begin. 
Learning to cope with the old, familiar enemies – stress and anxiety- will also be a tremendous help for you to manage impotence. Take a positive approach to banish your fears, and begin to believe that ED is not the final bell to your sexual life. Move forward with confidence, and take back your life.

We can help

If your libido needs a boost, we can help. Herbal Remedies International have taken some potent natural herbal ingredients and developed excellent formulas to help combat all issues of low libido. Our products are safe to take and do not need a doctor’s script.

Visit our online shop to view our awesome range of products and the many issues we cover.