Treatment for Premature Ejaculation Case Study

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Mr. and Ms. Albert: Problems of Premature Ejaculation 17th Dec. 2012 Abstract This paper reviews the problem of a couple who is experiencing premature ejaculation problems. Psychological ejaculation theories and treatment interventions are considered. Mr. Albert’s possible negative psychological effect is looked at as well as his partner’s. Successful psychological interventions are discussed that could minimize the problem of rapid ejaculation. Combined pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy are found to be the most effective in minimizing the problems of rapid ejaculation and psychological obstacles that arise from the problem. It is highlighted that the psychotherapeutic intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy is important in any case to reduce distress and negative affective thoughts along with the medical process. Mr. and Ms. Albert: Problems of Premature Ejaculation Mr. and Ms. Albert have been married for 15 years. Mr. Albert works as a restaurateur and is a successful man, and Ms. Albert is a housewife who is committed to child rearing. Mr. Albert is 38 and Ms. Albert is 35 years old. Mr. Albert was always a perfectionist, and he always managed to achieve his goals. Additionally, it was important for Mr. Albert throughout his childhood to please his demanding father. Nevertheless, despite the fact that this couple seems to lead a decent life and are highly compatible, they are experiencing problems when they engage in sexual intercourse. The Presenting Problem This brings us to their presenting problem of Mr. and Ms. Albert’s. Ms. Albert states that she feels a constant frustration throughout their marriage, because Mr. Albert has been having a rapid ejaculation problem. This erectile dysfunction is a continuous disability to maintain an erection adequate enough to complete sexual activity (American Psychiatric Association, 2000).

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