Impulsive Men May Last Less Time in Bed, Scientists Discover

Men who exhibit less impulsivity may have an advantage in sexual endurance, according to new research from Turkish scientists. The study indicates that traits such as good planning, patience, and a calm approach to situations are associated with a lower risk of premature ejaculation.

Conversely, men who tend to act more impulsively showed less stamina in intimate situations. The research involved 80 men aged 18 to 45. Participants were categorized based on their ejaculatory timing, with those experiencing the shortest times scoring highest on impulsivity scales, particularly in urgency and sensation-seeking behaviors.

Scientists concluded there is a potential link between low self-control and premature ejaculation. Men struggling with impulse regulation often react without thinking and are less able to delay sexual gratification. The study also noted that conditions like anxiety and depression were more prevalent among men experiencing this issue, reporting significantly higher symptoms compared to those without sexual difficulties.

While mood disorders linked to erectile dysfunction are often treated with antidepressants, researchers emphasize that therapies improving self-regulation, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, can help men last longer. Additionally, physical techniques like Kegel exercises, which involve contracting and relaxing pelvic floor muscles, have been shown to extend sexual intercourse duration by up to two minutes.