Raffaella Taylor
Imagine this scenario: a man and woman enter their marital bed ready for a night of passion. Theya��re excited, but ita��s overshadowed by their anxieties. The man is worried he will climax too early; the woman is worried she will not climax at all. But neither realise that the other has these concerns, each thinking that theya��re the only one.This is not an entirely imaginary situation. This is the reality for many couples, a study has revealed. The National Survey of Sexual Attitudes, which is undertaken every year in the UK, has found that a good number of men complain of premature ejaculation, whereas many women are not satisfied by the end of the night.
Asking young people aged 30 and under, the study found that one in five women had difficulty reaching climax with their partner. Around a further 40 percent lacked enjoyment during sex. In comparison, around 15% of men complained of climaxing too quickly, and 10% of men also struggled with not being able to reach climax.
While these issues may appear minor in comparison to questions of STIs and accidental pregnancy that also cause great anxiety, sexual satisfaction is very important to keeping healthy and committed relationships strong. Marriages last when both partners are sexually as well as emotionally satisfied, yet many people complain of issues in the bedroom from the early days of a relationship.
The issue of premature ejaculation affects both partners by reducing the length and enjoyment of sex. Experts believe that the issue can be caused by anxiety, medical issues (such as diabetes and high blood pressure), or bad habits such as excess masturbation, especially among those who hurry up to avoid being caught.
For men who experience premature ejaculation, there are various techniques that can be tried to solve the issue.
Even simple techniques like using a thick condom to reduce sensitivity can be effective. While medication is available, be aware that there are many fraudulent and dangerous versions on the market. Ita��s advisable to speak to a doctor before taking anything.
If this doesna��t work, experts suggest the a�?distraction methoda�?, simply thinking of something else and reducing physical stimulation when you are close to climax. Over time this will help re-train the mind and hopefully extend the pleasure. This requires patience from both partners and does take weeks or months to improve.
Improving sexual satisfaction for women also takes input from both partners, as most women a�� in the region of 80-90% a�� do not find penetration alone enough to climax. This may come as a surprise to many men because a significant number of women fake it in the bedroom, often due to lack of communication about how to help them get there.
The most promising solution for both men and women who struggle to climax is to be more open about what feels good, and to try out different things. If youa��re nervous about speaking up, see how your partner responds to new things.
The issue of satisfaction in the bedroom can be tough to talk about and we are often shy about being honest. If you are affected by any of these issues try to find solutions with your partner. Let me know your thoughts via WhatsApp: +27 72 863 2501.



