File under "Cause or Effect?" Researchers at Cornell University have concluded that when an older man's wife or girlfriend has a stronger bond with his friends than he does, his performance in the bedroom tends to suffer. HealthDay reports on the research, which analyzed a survey of more than 3,000 people ranging in age from 57 to 85, and found that men who find themselves in this situation "are more likely to have trouble getting or maintaining an erection and are also more likely to experience difficulty achieving orgasm during sex," compared to couples where there's a clearer line between his friends and hers. The researchers believe that when a female partner comes between a middle-aged or older man and his best friends, it may undermine his feelings of independence and privacy. Ultimately, the researchers argued, this scenario leads to significant problems with the couple's partner satisfaction, in terms of sexual attraction and the man's own sense of his masculinity.
Health, fitness and lifestyle tips for people over 50 who still like to play hard
Saturday, May 31, 2025