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Sexual Problems

Sexual problems can be very difficult to admit to, even to yourself – and the idea of discussing these problems with a stranger can be very intimidating.  However, you are not alone!  Once any medical reasons for your symptoms have been ruled out, then treating the underlying cause of anxiety can mean a return to a full and satisfying sex life.

Guilt and Fear are nearly always the emotions underlying these problems.  Get rid of the guilt and fear and the symptoms disappear. Sexual problems are very common and very distressing.

Erectile Failure  (Erectile Dysfunction Disorder or Impotence)

The inability to develop or maintain an erection.  Whilst there are many reasons for this problem (eg side-effects of drugs/medication, physical problems, stress and fatigue, etc), this condition may be also be the result of anxiety and, as such, analytical therapy often proves very effective.  It may also be triggered or aggravated by issues such as guilt, fear, and performance anxiety.  This can have a major effect and strain on any relationship. Provided there are no medical reasons for erectile failure, these physical symptoms may be the result of a deep-seated anxiety and as such will respond very well to Analytical Therapy.

Premature Ejaculation (PE)

The inability to control ejaculation adequately for both partners to enjoy sex.

Often a symptom of anxiety; ejaculation may occur prior to or soon after penetration, often with minimal stimulation, or even in the absence of an erection. Sufferers may feel inadequate or under pressure before and after sexual activity and the quality of their relationships often suffers as a result.  Premature ejaculation occurs before the man wants it to either before or during sex - usually within a couple of minutes.  Studies have shown that up to 29% of males may suffer from PE.

Premature ejaculation is often a symptom of underlying lack of confidence, depression, sense of failure, low self-esteem, helplessness and other emotional issues. It may look like the sufferer gets over-excited but in fact the underlying emotion is usually fear: fear of women or a fear of being judged mixed up with a vague, nameless guilt about all things sexual. sexual dysfunction in men younger than 40 years old.  Provided there are no physical reasons for PE, this may be the result of a deep-seated anxiety and as such will respond very well to Analytical Therapy.

Vaginismus

Penetration of the vagina is impossible or painful due to blockage of the vaginal opening (caused by spasms of the pelvic floor muscles).  Should penetration be achieved, continued spasms may lead to pain during intercourse.

The belief and experience that each attempt will prove futile and painful, may lead the sufferer over time to be reluctant to continue with attempts at intercourse, which may lead to the breakdown of all sexual relations.

Provided there are no physical reasons for non-penetration and pain during intercourse, these physical symptoms may be the result of a deep-seated anxiety and as such will respond very well to Analytical Therapy.

Failure to reach climax

Men and women can both suffer from an inability to orgasm properly. When women fail to reach orgasm or have a loss of feeling during orgasm, even if they enjoy sex it is known as Anorgasmia - the failure to climax.

Provided there are no physical reasons for failure to climax and reach a satisfactory orgasm then this may be the result of a deep-seated anxiety and as such will respond very well to analytical therapy.

Lack of sex drive or 'libido'

Often when people are stressed, anxious, afraid, nervous or going through difficult times one of the first things to be affected is their sexual drive and the desire to have sex. A loss of libido and lack of interest in sex can cause frustration and lots of arguments and problems within a relationship.

One partner (either man or woman) avoids sexual intercourse, avoids sexual thoughts, has no desire for sex, cannot relax having sex, or has a fear of being intimate. Sometimes the person can actually hate sex or even the thought of being touched or being intimate terrifies them or makes them feel dirty or ashamed.

Provided there are no physical reasons for a lack of sex drive, this may be the result of a deep-seated anxiety and as such will respond very well to Analytical Therapy.

Monica Birkett, 20a The Quomp, Ringwood, Hants, BH24 1NS

Telephone: 01425 480053

e-mail me at: monica@ringwoodhypnotherapy.co.uk