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Mitchel
1y ago

My Romantic Interest Has ED What Should I Do?

My romantic interest and I have been seeing each other for 6 almost 7 months. We’ve had a few hiccups in between but it’s been smooth sailing since communication has somewhat improved. I enjoy holding space with him more than anything but due to the age difference (12 almost 13 years) and us both tackling a lot in our personal lives, having quality time is becoming harder.


Additionally, NSFW warning for mention of sexual intimacy, I suspect he has erectile dysfunction (ED). This doesn’t change the way I feel about him because I enjoy him as a person even when we’re not being intimate, but I’m unsure how to approach the discussion? He smokes, drinks, vapes and occasionally does drugs which I’m certain contributes to it among other factors. I’ve already done the research on ways to support someone with the condition but I also don’t want to seem invasive or unintentionally provoke discomfort. I’ve already affirmed I’m safe enough to be vulnerable with and he knows it. I also want to encourage him to seek healthier outlets to navigate frustrations he might not be comfortable discussing with me yet however knowing he’s situating a lot, I don’t want to overwhelm him.


I’m continually looking into resources to see what I can do on my end to educate myself prior to having the conversation but I just feel anxious about it all together. I have complications of my own that I’m fearful to share because I don’t want to worry or scare him but I want there to be open communication on both ends.

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