Bach, The Piano, and Erections
Briefly

Sanjay, a young engineer with erectile difficulties, sought help after failing to have successful sexual encounters with his girlfriend Devi. Despite initial excitement for their relationship, he experienced intense anxiety and performed poorly during their intimate attempts. Devi's frustration escalated as she viewed the issue solely as Sanjay's problem, expressing a willingness to forego intimacy if not resolved. This experience triggered a deeper exploration of Sanjay’s life and interests, revealing how performance anxiety and societal expectations led to disconnection from hobbies and support systems.
"Each time," Sanjay said mournfully, "I failed." This repeated experience led to significant distress, culminating in a disconnection from his personal interests and social life.
Devi expressed that she loves sex but could not tolerate repeated failures. She emphasized wanting to move on if their sexual experiences couldn't improve.
Read at Psychology Today
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