Is ejaculation control inherent to men, or is it a learned behavior? The concern surrounding ejaculation control emerged prominently after the feminist movement, which emphasized the significance of female orgasm.
Today, premature ejaculation stands as the most prevalent male sexual problem, affecting one in five men across the sexually active age spectrum. According to the revised diagnostic criteria issued last year in the USA, premature ejaculation is defined as ejaculation occurring in less than one minute from the moment of penetration.
This definition is grounded in data indicating that the average man ejaculates in 5.4 minutes, with those dissatisfied with intercourse typically concluding within 1-2 minutes.
The leading causes of premature ejaculation include hyperthyroidism, stress during sexual intercourse, and inadequate control over ejaculation. However, men often exacerbate the issue through counterproductive tactics, such as:
- Engaging in extended foreplay to please their partner, only to penetrate just before climax.
- Distracting themselves with unrelated thoughts during intercourse to delay ejaculation, often leading to loss of erection.
- Making hurried movements due to anxiety during intercourse.
Alternatively, men can benefit from the following strategies:
- Initiating penetration when both partners are sufficiently aroused.
- Focusing on gradually increasing stimulation to reduce the intensity of movements over time.
- Maintaining a slower pace during intercourse.
- Sexologists impart special techniques to enhance ejaculation control in men with premature ejaculation. Additionally, the recent introduction of dapoxetine, the first drug specifically approved for premature ejaculation treatment, offers another avenue for intervention. However, treatment recommendations should be tailored to individual needs and relationship dynamics.
