For many years there have been numerous men all over the world that have experienced the frustrations that go along with having the condition known as erectile dysfunction. Although this is a condition that is rarely talked about, it is a very real problem that not only affects the individual that has erectile dysfunction, but it also affects the partner or spouse that the person shares intimate encounters with that involve sexual activities. When a man experiences this type of problem, he will often feel extreme embarrassment, feelings of inadequacy, guilt, and a variety of other symptoms that generally occur when a man is unable to perform sexually. On many occasions, he may also experience problems with depression because of the feelings that are often associated with erectile dysfunction.