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Thirty-one percent of men and 43 percent of women regularly suffer from some form of sexual dysfunction, warranting recognition as a significant public health concern, according to a comprehensive U.S. sex study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

For men, about one-third said they had reoccurring problems with climaxing too early, 14 percent said they had no interest in sex and 8 percent said they regularly experienced no pleasure from sex.

In all, 43 percent of women and 31 percent of men said they had one or more reoccurring problems with sex. Sexual problems were most common among young women and older men.

In both women and men, sexual dysfunction was related to emotional and stress problems including poor health, poor quality of life and prior traumatic sexual experiences.

Researchers, who were surprised by the findings, said the study offers hope and comfort for those with sexual problems.

Sexual dysfunction takes different forms in men and women.

A man may have a sexual problem if he

Ejaculates before he or his partner desires
Does not ejaculate, or experiences delayed ejaculation
Is unable to have an erection sufficient for pleasurable intercourse
Feels pain during intercourse
Lacks or loses sexual desire

A woman may have a sexual problem if she

Feels anxiety during intercourse
Feels vaginal or other muscles contract involuntarily before or during sex
Has inadequate lubrication
Has difficulty achieving orgasm
Feels pain during intercourse
Lacks or loses sexual desire
Many factors, of both physical and psychological natures, can affect sexual response and performance. Injuries, ailments, and drugs are among the physical influences. As for psychological factors, sexual dysfunction may have roots in depression, chronic fatigue, certain religious beliefs, or marital problems. Dysfunction is often associated with anxiety. If a man operates under the misconception that all sexual activity must lead to intercourse and to orgasm by his partner, and if the expectation is not met, he may consider the act a failure.

A variety of alternative therapies can be useful in the treatment of sexual dysfunction. Counseling is highly recommended to address any emotional or mental components of the disorder.

Acupuncture treatment can be helpful by focusing on the energetic aspects of the disorder.

Acupressure is extremely effective at reducing stress, especially if performed by the partner.
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