{"id":27848,"date":"2019-10-31T13:00:55","date_gmt":"2019-10-31T13:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/?p=27848"},"modified":"2019-10-30T14:24:13","modified_gmt":"2019-10-30T14:24:13","slug":"sexual-shame-neednt-be-a-side-effect-of-erectile-dysfunction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/erectile-dysfunction\/sexual-shame-neednt-be-a-side-effect-of-erectile-dysfunction\/","title":{"rendered":"Sexual Shame Needn’t Be A ‘Side Effect’ of Erectile Dysfunction"},"content":{"rendered":"

It says a lot about society when one of the most shameful things a man can experience is to have his sexual abilities questioned.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

A man\u2019s sexual organs are referred to as his manhood, after all, and no one wants that associated with being dysfunctional. Struggling with erectile dysfunction (ED) is tough on its own, but when men are made to feel less than or inadequate because of it, their sexual shame abounds. This shame can be so severe that men have even lashed out and committed murder<\/a> after being mocked for their condition. Now, murder is an absolutely inappropriate response to being embarrassed, but it illustrates how seriously men take their sexual functioning.<\/p>\n

This article will set the facts straight on what causes ED (think circulation issues rather than inadequate manhood), why sexual shame doesn\u2019t need to be a \u2018side effect\u2019 of erectile dysfunction, and ways to overcome sexual shame.<\/p>\n

Actual Causes of Erectile Dysfunction<\/h3>\n

A man\u2019s inability to get or keep an erection can be caused by a number of factors, from the physical to the behavioral or even psychological, none of which are anything to be ashamed of. Erectile functioning is actually a complex process that, according to the Mayo Clinic<\/a>, involves the brain, hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles, and blood vessels. In many cases, ED is attributed to issues with circulation<\/a>, involving inadequate blood flow to the penis.<\/p>\n

How Shame Affects Quality of Life<\/h3>\n

Personal and intimate connections with others, including sexual connections, are critical to a happy, healthy life<\/a>, but sexual shame threatens these relationships. Fortunately, once the cause is known, there are several options available to treat ED. Men may not realize this, however, choosing instead to give up sex<\/a>. As expected, this can often affect a man\u2019s intimate relationships. Some men even avoid telling their partner about their ED and choose instead to suffer in silence.<\/p>\n

Shedding the Shame of Erectile Dysfunction<\/h3>\n

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Erectile dysfunction is a very personal issue that can leave men feeling ashamed and vulnerable, hurting their self-esteem and their relationships with others. To overcome this shame, there are actions men can take.<\/p>\n

Overcoming ED-related Shame:<\/strong><\/p>\n