Psychological Dimensions of Sexual Weakness: A Comprehensive Review

Abstract

Ayurveda provides direction and inspiration for leading a healthy and balanced life. In today’s fast-paced life, experiencing stress is common, and this stress leads to many kinds of diseases in the human body. According to Dr CB Pert Neuropeptides and their receptors form a biochemical network linking the mind and body, acting as emotion molecules that carry emotional information throughout the body, and affecting both physical and mental health." In a rural survey conducted in Haryana (North India), it was found that 81% of adult men reported sexual health issues. The most frequent was self-perceived semen defect (64.4%), followed by loss of libido (21%), guilt about masturbation (20.8%), erectile dysfunction (ED) (5%), and premature ejaculation (PE) (4.6%). Sexual health and psychological well-being are closely linked, each influencing the other in significant ways. Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, low confidence, and ongoing stress can decrease sexual desire and cause issues like erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation. This happens because psychological distress alters the brain’s chemistry, which can disrupt normal patterns of arousal and sexual function. Conversely, ongoing sexual difficulties may create emotional strain, leading to feelings such as guilt, frustration, performance anxiety, or tension within relationships. These reactions can intensify the original sexual health concerns, creating a cycle where psychological and physical factors reinforce each other. Ayurveda also recognizes this connection, describing how emotional states and mental well-being contribute to or result from sexual vitality. Ayurvedic approaches emphasize the importance of balancing the mind and body, addressing both psychological and physiological elements to improve sexual health.