Male erectile dysfunction is an embarrassing disorder for most men and they suffer in silence without getting any treatment. Erectile dysfunction is the inability of a male to achieve or maintain an erection. Male erectile dysfunction is quite common among most men and usually does not last for any length of time. In extreme cases though it can last and the male is unable to satisfy his sexual needs and this can lead to psychological problems and lessened self esteem.

There are many causes of male erectile dysfunction: hardening of the arteries, diabetes, certain medications for other conditions, hormone disorders, neurological conditions, as well as psychological conditions. Depression, guilt, worry, stress and other psychological problems can cause a male to have erection problems. Once it happens, he may worry that it will happen again and this can lead to sexual performance problems. The psychological attention that is given to the problem may even make the erection problems worse.

Although some cases of male erectile dysfunction need to be corrected surgically, most are cured by non-surgical means. One method is through sex therapy. In this method, qualified professional sex therapists work with the patient and his partner to reduce any tension that the problem may have caused, teach them to talk about their sexual problems, and create realistic expectations for their sexual activities. Self help books, tapes and CDs are also helpful for both partners and hypnosis, either in a session with a hypnotist or in self hypnosis, is effective in helping overcome male erectile dysfunction.