he study of human sexuality encompasses a number of different disciplines including biology, sociology, anthropology and, of course, psychology. Researchers have always been interested in learning more about sexuality and today there are dozens of scientific journals that explore every aspect of human sexuality, including chronic sexual performance issues such as premature ejaculation. This issue has been of special interest for many since it’s a condition that is widespread but still not fully understood. In fact, some researchers even think it’s not a condition at all but simply a part of evolution and has more to do with genetics than environment.

The Study of Sex 

When it comes to the study of how sex works and what the biological imperatives are, it really comes down to two things. First, most sex is about reproduction, just as it is with pretty much every other living thing on the planet. Everything from killer sharks to the cold virus wants to reproduce thanks to the most primal urges that are quite literally woven into the DNA of life. At the same time, there are clear health benefits to having a good sex life.

Several studies have been conducted on the benefits of a satisfying sex life and what it essentially boils down to is – the better the sex, the better your life. A satisfying and active sex life boosts the body’s immune system, promotes deeper, more restful sleep, improves heart function and can even alleviate chronic fatigue, pain and depression. And those are just the physical benefits. People who enjoy sex regularly and indulge in their sexual fantasies have been shown to be all around happier, more laid back and more likely to be open to trying new things. Knowing this casts a whole new light on the old adage “Happy wife, happy life”.

Early Ejaculation as an Evolutionary Advantage

Biologically speaking, premature ejaculation isn’t a problem at all. In fact, it’s something of an advantage. Since it addresses the biological and evolutionary aim of sex – to procreate! Men who ejaculate quickly could, in theory, impregnate more women more often than men who take longer. As a result, these men would have more offspring who would have inherited that trait in the genes passed along by the man. That’s the theory put forth by Lawrence Hong in the Journal of Sex Research back in the mid-1980s.

While there’s plenty to support Hong’s theory from an evolutionary standpoint, his paper didn’t receive much attention since no one really knew if genes controlled how quickly a man ejaculated. That all changed, however, with the publication of a 2009 study from the International Journal of Impotence Research which examined early ejaculation among twins and found it was, in fact, largely heritable. This most recent finding has shed new light not only on how premature ejaculation works, but on who is more likely to experience it and, ultimately, how best it can be treated.

So There’s No Hope?

While there may be a genetic and evolutionary component to the likelihood of a man dealing with premature ejaculation, that doesn’t mean he has to be resigned to the situation. After all, biological imperative or not, there are ways to increase stamina as well as sexual techniques that can help reduce how often it occurs.

Tantric sex, positions that don’t stimulate the underside of the penis and special gels and condoms can all help man last longer. In some cases, this may mean radically changing the way a man is used to having sex and, to be fair, it isn’t always easy. But, at the end of the day, it’s time and energy well spent and, best of all, you’re guaranteed a pay-off since a happy and satisfying sex life is worth its weight in gold.