Impotence can be defined as the failure to achieve an erection whenever one is desired."Worry is the first time you can't do it a second time; panic is the second time you can't do it the first time".This does not include the odd occurrence when an erection cannot be achieved due to fatigue. Impotence is diagnosed when the lack of an erection is the norm instead of the exception. An erection which is not firm enough or does not last long enough may be classed as impotence.
The chances of a physical cause of impotence is unlikely, Below is a list of possible physical causes.
Nerve damage
Diabetes
Vascular disease.
Drug abuse
In all but a few cases the cause is down to the mind. As stated earlier failure to attain an erection can occur from time to time. Impotence can arise when one is unable to emotionally deal with this failure and move on. Dwelling on this failure will inevitably lead to subsequent instances of impotence.
The general pressures of life can cause Impotence, the stress of work and family life may cause anxiety which may re-surface.
Solutions
Stress management techniques such as yoga and Qi Gong can alleviate stress anxiety and fear. After a certain amount of time using these techniques it will become clear that there is no need for such emotional responses.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle will give the confidence to keep an erection. Eating the right foods and exercising regularly ensures that blood flows thoughout the body unrestricted L-Arginine is an amino acid which can aid sexual function. L-Arginine is converted to Nitric acid in the body. Nitric Acid has the natural effect of relaxing the blood vessels. This will allow the easy flow of blood to the penis allowing for stronger and longer lasting erections.