The 5 psychological effects of penis size

How many times have we heard the famous phrase “size does matter”? On the lips of many male groups is the concern of the size of the penis and the social problems that this entails.

Men are less concerned with their external image, especially in a society where image is so important. But penis size usually affects psychologically in a way that can sometimes be very harmful.

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Something more than size

As can happen with the standards set in how a woman should be, men also suffer a kind of pressure related to the size of the penis.

It does not have to do exclusively with the dimensions of the member, there are also other derived concerns which we will mention below to explain the psychological effects that this entails.

Other psychological problems associated with penis size

Among the many singularities that derive from the size of the penis, we find the curvature or flexion of the penis, also known as the “Peyronie's Syndrome”. However, for the curvature to be considered an anomaly, it has to significantly influence the moment of penetration, since if the curvature is very pronounced it can generate problems in the relationships, which negatively affects the 

self-esteem.

It should be noted that the percentage of males born with curvature problems is significantly low (between 0.3 and 0.8% approximately), so this does not usually pose any added difficulty in the day to day.

Another great problem that men face regarding the reproductive limb is the absence of testicles or "internal testicles", which, although it also represents a low number of cases, continues to exist among men. The good news is that it does not need any complex treatment, since it can be corrected shortly after birth, in addition to being merely a physical and non-functional problem, since the testosterone hormone circulates normally and the sperm.

Finally, there is microsalosomy, a term popularly known as “micropenis”, being the size of the penis not more than seven centimeters in full erection, after the male reaches adulthood.

A curious fact about this unique case is that approximately 1 in 900 men worldwide suffers from microsalosomy. A person is considered to have a micropenis when, in addition to the condition that we have seen, the perineum and scrotum are well formed.

Common psychological effects

Now we are going to discuss some of the problems directly associated with penis size.

1. Fear of ridicule

It is undoubtedly the most widespread and common fear among individuals who are or believe they are smaller than average. Some men have serious difficulties having sex even with a partner for fear of being humiliated by the size of the penis, which usually does not happen. Far from enjoying the moment during sex, men with this profile tend to be more aware of whether they will be able to satisfy the needs of their partner.

2. Low self-esteem

Unfortunately, many empirical studies have shown that it is a concern that affects millions of people around the world. Loss of self-esteem can be a trigger, and can generate a feeling of loss of power and control in other aspects of life, such as living with people.

3. Sleep disturbances

Whenever a concern takes up space in our minds, we end up having serious difficulties when it comes to resting and sleeping soundly. What's more, if it reaches the degree of obsession or complex it can mess up our rest completely and condition it chronically, which will make it difficult to reach a solution.

These types of psychological disorders that have to do with the size of the penis are equivalent to disorders related to appearance, such as Body Dysmorphic Disorder. These completely affect our general behavior and more specifically in our rest, which will lead to an aggravation in our health. In this case the problem will have to be dealt with as soon as possible.

4. Locker room syndrome

This disorder is the need that many men have to compare the size of their penis with the rest of their wardrobe mates. In many cases the problem is exaggerated and the size of the penis of the others is greater than the average, and makes the affected think that they have an extremely small penis.

5. Find a partner

This is the final result that we will obtain if we add all the previous points. It is one of the aspects of life in which having a reduced penis size affects the most. From millennia to the present, the penis has been, and continues to be, the symbol of virility among men, which means that not having adequate dimensions can be less attractive for the opposite sex.

Is there a solution?

There is no magic or definitive solution to solve penis size problems, but we can see some tips and guidelines.

Psychotherapy

Problems related to self-esteem and self-image are purely psychological, and should be treated as such. Accept yourself it is crucial to maintaining a good quality of life.

Healthy diet

It is crucial to establish a balanced diet for the body in general, and to maintain a good size of the penis in particular. Obesity is the great enemy for the health of the penis, it negatively affects the quality of semen, and fat hides the superficial part of the sexual organ making it look smaller than it is.

An optimal diet must basically consist of the consumption of vegetables, since their high content of folic acid tones the skin and helps the elasticity of the penis. In contrast, the consumption of drugs, whether soft or hard (tobacco, alcohol) do not allow the expansion of blood vessels, preventing good circulation to the corpora cavernosa.

Physical exercise

It is a dependent variable of a healthy diet. You have to eat healthy, balanced and practice sports as much as possible, daily.

Although most sports and exercises are suitable and safe, some practices can damage the size of the penis. All those that involve a constant blow or sudden movement on the genital area, should be avoidable. Sports such as cycling, running or hurdle jumping can cause disastrous results due to the excess pressure exerted by the tights or the forced postures that must be performed.