Erectile dysfunction is a common struggle. It impacts around 30 million men in the United States alone. Despite how many men struggle with it, there’s still significant discomfort surrounding open conversations. This stigma needs to change!
Why Do Open Conversations About ED Matter?
Open conversations about ED are necessary because they reduce the stigma surrounding it. Because so many men and women are uncomfortable with talking about erectile dysfunction, it makes it much harder for impacted men to receive the assistance they need.
Talking about ED allows individuals with it to:
- Not feel alone: The more people who discuss ED, the easier it will be to not feel alone.
- Access treatment: Men more open about ED can talk to their doctors and get helpful treatments.
- Feel relief: Speaking about a secret that’s been weighing you down can allow significant relief from the stress of keeping it.
Tips for Open Conversations About ED
Talking about erectile dysfunction is easier said than done. If you want to talk about ED with your partner, doctor, or a loved one, it can be tricky to get the right words out.
Here are some tactics for open conversations about ED:
- Take a casual approach: Speak with your partner about your intimacy struggles, talk to your partner with ED about your relationship, and speak to your provider about your past with ED.
- Take a direct approach: Speak with your partner about what’s been on your mind, talk to your partner with ED about difficulties with intercourse, and speak with your provider about lacking areas in your intercourse life.
How Can You Support Your Partner With ED?
It can be tricky to know how to help your partner if they’re suffering from erectile dysfunction. You don’t want to provide too much input, but you also want to be helpful and supportive.
The first thing you can do is learn as much as possible about erectile dysfunction. Let your partner know you love them, speak about your feelings, and adjust your sex life to meet their struggle. You can also encourage them with doctor visits and beyond.
Hi! My name is Kimmy B, I am the co-host of the We’reHard podcast. I have a passion for fitness, nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. I’ve always loved working out and staying active but recently found my groove in the fitness industry.