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Sexual dysfunction
Counselling for PE
Frequently, marital and relationship issues may be an underlying cause of PE. These issues should be addressed in counselling sessions to improve the success of the therapy.
Premature ejaculation
This is probably the most frequently asked question on the sexologist's forum. Ejaculating too quickly plays havoc with anyone's sex life and leads to much frustration.
My wife doesn't like sex
The reasons for unpleasurable sex can be complicated.
Priapism
Priapism is a very serious and painful condition, which causes a prolonged and painful erection that can last from a few hours to a couple of days.
Premature ejaculation - causes
Premature ejaculation can be caused by physical or psychological factors, or a combination of both.
Drug therapy for PE
There have been reports in the urology literature of successful treatment of PE through the use of low dose antidepressants including Anafranil, Nuzak and Zoloft.
Female Sexual Dysfunction
Is your sex life what you would like it to be?
What is anorgasmia?
Anorgasmia is the inability of women to achieve orgasm, even with adequate stimulation.
Tips on coping with ED
While impotence drugs sort out problems on the short term, long-term solutions can only be found by the intervention of professionals.
A painful sex secret
An chronic condition called vulvodynia leaves millions of women in pain each year. Here's how you know if you have it, and what you can do to stop it.
Be a sexual superhero
Premature ejaculation? This programme teaches men ultimate control over their sexual performance.
Sexual superhero:acupressure points
The points illustrated on the diagrams connect with the strengthening points of most of your sexual muscles.
Sexual superhero: breathing
One of the biggest sexual secrets is breathing. In something so simple is enormous power.
Sexual superhero:partner practise
The next level of Direct Sexual Response (DSR) involves your partner. It requires communication, communication, communication and patience.
Sexual superhero: visualisation
Visualisation is a powerful tool that is taught in this step of the Sexual Superhero programme.
Sexual superhero: solo practice
This step of the Sexual Superhero programme teaches you to exercise control in a safe space.
Sexual dysfunction
Sexual dysfunction or sexual malfunction is defined as difficulty during any stage of the sexual act (which includes desire, arousal, orgasm, and resolution) that prevents the individual or couple from enjoying sexual activity.
Too tight for sex?
Many women who have not had sex before, fear that they may experience pain when having intercourse for the first time. But you can do something to prevent this.
Sexual desire
Beginning in perimenopause, some women may experience a gradual decline in sexual desire (libido). However, 60 percent of women experience no change in libido.
Lost interest in sex?
Many factors influence sexual energy. Nowadays, it's unlikely that birth control pills decrease libido, or sex drive. But what are these factors?
When sex hurts
Painful sex is not uncommon. Many couples are unable to have intercourse because the woman finds that it hurts too much.
What is female sexual dysfunction?
We all know about impotence. But what are the sexual dysfunctions that women may suffer from?
Treating PE with exercises
One must bear in mind that PE is a treatable condition even though it seems to most men to be a huge problem. Various proven techniques exist for treating PE.
Testosterone gets bad rap
Just as testosterone is said to contribute to sexual ardour and blamed for road rage in males, it’s been blamed for low sex drive in women. Is this true?
Problems with sex?
If you have a problem (or two) with sex, you're not alone! More and more people are talking about their sexual experiences...or a lack thereof!
What is priapism?
Priapism is a very serious and painful condition, which causes a prolonged and painful erection that can last from a few hours to a couple of days.
Top 10 reasons for low libido
If your erotic life has gone from an all-out sexfest to a G-rated event, you are not alone. An occasional drop in your sex drive is perfectly normal.
Author of the sexual hero programme
Jonti Searll is the author of the Sexual Superhero programme. Learn more about his experiences.
PC muscle exercise
The first part of the programme consists of a series of exercises to strengthen your PC muscles.
Sex and breathing
Jonti Searll discusses the importance of breathing in his programme on becoming a sexual superhero.
Orgasm and ejaculation
It is very possible for a man to have an orgasm but not ejaculate. Join the Sexual Superhero programme and find out how to achieve this.
Sexual superhero: flexibility
An important aspect of being a good lover and having good sexual muscle control is flexibility. Learn how to achieve this.
Tantric energy balance
Tantric energy balance is an important technique in the Sexual Superhero programme.
Sexual superhero: penetration
The most important words when it comes to this step of the Sexual Superhero programme are: communication, patience, breathing and relaxation.
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