Premature ejaculation is when ejaculation (the release of semen from the penis during an orgasm) happens sooner than a man or his partner would like during sex.
According to research, about one in three men between the ages of 18 and 59 experience PE at some point. Premature ejaculation is regarded as sexual dysfunction. Sexual dysfunction refers to any of several types of problems that keep a couple from fully enjoying sexual activity.
It can be frustrating when it makes your sex less enjoyable and also impacts relationships. Have you ever thought of what causes premature ejaculation? Below are what we found.
- Early sexual experiences
- Sexual abuse
- Poor body image
- Depression
- unrealistic expectations about sexual performance
- history of sexual repression
- overall lack of confidence