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Millions of men experience symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED). It is not uncommon for women to experience difficulty in understanding and communicating about ED with their partner. When surveyed, more than 80% of men and their partners reported that ED had an impact on their relationships.
Thanks to accessible and effective treatment options, ED does not have to hinder intimacy within romantic relationships. The following techniques can be helpful to individuals, specifically women, whose partners are currently living with erectile dysfunction.
Learn the Basics About Erectile Dysfunction
Women report feeling less desired and more insecure about sex when their partners demonstrate symptoms of ED. However, ED often results from issues with circulation or increased anxiety, not a lack of desire or attraction toward partners. Erectile dysfunction is often misunderstood, so it is essential for partners of those experiencing ED to do their research in order to better understand the condition.
Men living with ED overwhelmingly report experiencing anxiety about sex (79%). It may help for partners to understand that ED is common, is not related to their own desirability, and that it causes distress for those who experience symptoms. Learning the basics of ED is made easier with academic, peer-reviewed, and medically accurate resources now available online.
Communicate with Your Partner
Learning to communicate about any form of sexual dysfunction is an important skill for most intimate relationships. Sexual health professionals suggest that both partners start by opening up about how they are feeling toward sex and the relationship. Research suggests that when partners are included in counseling for stress-related ED, men are significantly more likely to resolve the issue.
Well-known sexual health experts emphasize the importance of including that sexual dysfunction is neither partner’s fault. It is important to maintain a loving and understanding approach to all communication about sexual or erectile dysfunction.
Maintain Intimacy in Other Ways
Erectile dysfunction does not have to mean the end of sexual intimacy within a relationship. Experts recommend that couples revisit their definition of “sex” to include other physically intimate activities. Placing less emphasis on performance can also lead to improved experiences for both partners.
Sometimes, couples may need to take a break from intercourse. Taking a break allows for couples to build intimacy through activities such as date nights, flirting, physical touch, and open communication. Having a professional counselor, sexual therapist, or intimacy coach is a great option for couples experiencing difficulty in talking through the issue.
Seek Resources – Together
Outside resources may include medical treatment, professional counseling, or resources for lifestyle change that help to maintain sexual health (e.g. diet and exercise regimens). ED may be a sign of an undiagnosed health condition, medication side effects, or mental health disorder. For this reason, it is recommended that women approach the topic of seeking medical treatment or counseling for ED through the lens of concern for health.
Broaching the subject of seeking outside resources can be challenging for partners of those living with ED. Recent research found that only 42% of men with ED sought treatment for the condition. Stigma plays a large role in men’s hesitancy to seek treatment for ED, which is why it is so important for partners to offer support and to look at the issue as a team.
Fortunately, couples can conveniently order sexual health medications online. Learn more about options for treating erectile dysfunction at eDrugstore.com.
Shelby is a public health professional with research and field experience in sexual and reproductive health. She holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) and is a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).