Ep. 123: Sexual Performance Anxiety & the Myths Holding You Back
Sex For Couples with Heather Shannon · Heather Shannon
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Premature Ejaculation & Sex Addiction Myths: The Truth About Male Sexual Health with Sex Therapist Seth Taylor, LMFT
Most men have been misled about sexual performance, from unrealistic expectations around lasting longer to harmful myths about "sex addiction." In this episode, Heather Shannon sits down with Seth Taylor, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in men’s sexual health, to set the record straight.
They discuss the real causes of premature ejaculation (PE), effective treatments, and why the term "sex addiction" is controversial among sex therapists. Plus, they explore the shame-free approach to out-of-control sexual behavior (OCSB) and how it differs from traditional addiction models.
If you or your partner experience PE, erectile dysfunction (ED), or compulsive sexual behaviors, this episode will help you understand the root causes and practical steps to regain confidence in your sex life.
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Introduction
01:30 Meet Seth Taylor: Specializing in men’s sexual health
03:00 What is premature ejaculation? Clinical definitions & myths
08:45 Why most men have unrealistic expectations about lasting longer
12:30 The psychological causes of PE: Anxiety, shame and trauma
18:00 Effective treatments: Medication, therapy and pelvic floor work
22:45 What is out-of-control sexual behavior (OCSB)?
30:00 The problem with "sex addiction" & why language matters
40:30 How to overcome shame and build a healthy relationship with sex
50:00 Final thoughts and where to find Seth
WORK WITH HEATHER
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