An MD in Psychiatry from the prestigious PGIMER, Chandigarh, Dr. Ashish Bansal has vast expertise in treating patients with a wide range of mental health problems including anxiety, depression, psychosis, OCD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder & Sexual Dysfunction. As a mental health professional, Dr. Bansal advocates for a comprehensive psychosocial approach beyond medications to help patients recover from their problems in the best possible time. Dr. Bansal is among the most sought after psychiatrists for a range of mental health issues like stress, interpersonal conflicts, relationships, and psychosexual difficulties. Further, he boasts of several hours of experience in using different types of psychotherapies including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive psychotherapy, habit reversal therapy, couples therapy and response prevention therapy, eating disorders and psychosexual problems. Being associated with prominent centers like PGI Chandigarh awarded Dr. Bansal an opportunity to work closely with patients battling addiction to dangerous substances like cannabis, nicotine, opioid, and alcohol. He helped these patients overcome their addiction successfully. More than just following a ‘symptom- based model’ of treatment, Dr. Bansal firmly believes in drafting comprehensive treatment plans for his clients to ensure their absolute recuperation & rehabilitation.
"Sexual dysfunction has a significant psychological aspect that many ignore. The stigma associated with it heavily contributes to this ignorance and we hope to change that. Science backed solutions and therapy, as part of a holistic approach is a great first step."
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I was suffering from ejaculation problems for 2 years and it affected my sex life a lot. I was embarrassed about this, and was unable to pursue any healthy relationships. But, my friend convinced me to consult with a doctor. Before this, I had no trust in online consultations but my attitude towards this has completely changed. Dr Ashish was not only kind and accepting, but was very through with helping me with my treatment. My premature ejaculation symptoms have reduced a lot since my first consultation, and I have been able to gain my confidence back.
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Since I was 15 years old, I had been watching porn and masturbating excessively. When I was in a relationship at 18 years old, I was unable to get an erection. It caused many problems and we broke up - it was devastating because I couldn’t control it. After consulting with Dr Ashish, I understood that the years of compulsive masturbation and porn addiction led to porn-induced Erectile Dysfunction. I was prescribed therapy, and in the course of 2 months, was able to heal from my addiction. I recently began a new relationship, and thanks to Dr Ashish, I have a happy relationship. My mental health and confidence has greatly improved, and I am very happy I decided to consult when I did.
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Erectile Dysfunction is defined as the inability to sustain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. The condition can affect anyone at any age.
Remember - the blood flow (BF), the nerve supply, and the balance of sex hormones - a concern in any of these can lead to Erectile Dysfunction. Erectile Dysfunction can be caused by a physical (a ‘hardware’ problem) or psychological (mental health effects) - mental health can play a huge part.
Did you know that Erectile Dysfunction can be an indication of cardiovascular concerns? Chronic health conditions affecting blood flow can lead to Erectile Dysfunction.
If a man lasts less than 2 minutes after penetration (all or most of the time), and/or if it leads to frequent dissatisfaction for him or his partner, he may have Premature Ejaculation.
The causes of Premature Ejaculation include:
(1) Physical Factors: Medical conditions, chronic health conditions, or sexual disorders are some physical causes of Premature Ejaculation.
(2) Psychological Factors: Depression, Anxiety
Did you know that Erectile Dysfunction can be a cause of Premature Ejaculation?
Premature Ejaculation can lead to other sexual dysfunctions, but that is not a wide-known fact.
Vaginismus is a condition in which the muscles in the vagina tighten up during penetration.
Vaginismus is commonly caused by psychological factors. Women don't have control over the tightening, and it can be uncomfortable. Due to the physical discomfort, the anxiety or fear response gets worse, and this can lead to a cycle of avoidance.
Did you know that there are four types of Vaginismus?
(1) Primary Vaginismus
(2) Secondary Vaginismus
(3) Situational Vaginismus
(4) Global Vaginismus
Low sexual desire, commonly referred to as low libido, is a decrease in sex drive.
Individuals that experience low sexual desire due to various causes are impacted physically, mentally, and emotionally by the symptoms the condition can cause.
Like other most common sexual disorders, low sexual desire can be influenced by many aspects, such as hormonal imbalance, increased age, side effects of medications, chronic illnesses, and addictive or compulsive behavior.
This would include concerns with infertility and/or conception. Sexual disorders such as Erectile Dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation, and Vaginismus can lead to challenges with pregnancy attempts.
There could be various causes of infertility, such as sexual dysfunctions, chronic illnesses, and mental health conditions leading to low sexual desire and a low sperm count. A sexual health professional should evaluate the causes of failed pregnancy attempts because there can be a variety of causes.
Porn addiction refers to a person becoming excessively dependent on pornography leading to a disruption in their everyday life. This could include their job, relationships and at times, their day-to-day lifestyle.
The causes behind porn addiction could be:
(1) Negative sexual experiences
(2) Incorrect understanding of porn and its uses
(3) Initially trying to learn about sexual experiences, resulted in dependency
(4) Experiencing mental health disorders such as OCD (an anxiety disorder) or depression
Watching porn isn’t a bad thing, nor should it be associated with any shame. However, compulsive porn watching can have negative effects on your sexual, physical and mental health.
