Evaluation of an internet-based psychological intervention for the treatment of erectile dysfunction

Int J Impot Res. 2008 May-Jun;20(3):324-30. doi: 10.1038/ijir.2008.3. Epub 2008 Feb 28.

Abstract

Recent research on the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) has focused on medical interventions, in particular oral medications. The current study examined the effectiveness of an internet-based psychological intervention for this condition. In total, 31 men (12 in treatment group, 19 in control group) completed the program. The results demonstrated that men who completed the program reported improved erectile functioning and sexual relationship satisfaction and quality. The implications of these findings for the treatment of ED are discussed.

Publication types

  • Evaluation Study
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Case-Control Studies
  • Erectile Dysfunction / psychology*
  • Erectile Dysfunction / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Internet*
  • Male
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Psychotherapy / methods*
  • Quality of Life
  • Surveys and Questionnaires