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AVARAGE SIZE OF MAN PRIVATE PART

Understanding Male Penis Size: Myths, Facts, and Scientific Research

By shankar panagarPublished about a year ago 2 min read

Average Size of Male Penis A Scientific View

The male penis has been a subject of interesting questions, myths, and discussions for several centuries. However, scientific research puts many of those myths aside and provides clear, evidence-based insights. This does not only help in understanding average size in connection with physical health but also associated social and psychological aspects.

What's the Average Size?

The average size of a man's penis varies across age, race and geographically. A big study published in the British Journal of Urology International (BJUI) in 2015 looked at data from over 15,000 men. Here are some of the results:

-Flaccid Length: On average, 9.16 cm (3.6 inches).

-Stretched Length: Again, average length 13.24 cm (5.2 inches).

Erect Length: Mean length measured was 13.12 cm (5.16 inches) and the mean girth was 11.66 cm (4.59 inches).

Size Differences

Across Regions and Groups Size differences are noticeable across regions and ethnic groups. For instance,

1. Asian men have smaller averages than European and African men.

2. African men tend to have a generally higher average in length.

3. Regional studies also show that the relation of size is complicated, and, in addition to climate, diet, and genetics, varies greatly.

Scientific Glimpses Anatomy

It's a myth to believe that the size of the penis has anything to do with sexual satisfaction, fertility, or performance. Most scientists agree that it doesn't matter at all. A study done in 2006 and published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine showed those factors were not a trivial part in sexual satisfaction: rather, it depends on communication, mutual understanding, trust, among others.

Penile Dysmorphic Disorder (PDD)

Most men whose penis size falls within the average range are still insecure. This disorder is called Penile Dysmorphic Disorder: in it, the perception is even much smaller as compared to the actual size. This makes a sufferer anxious, depressed, and decreases self-esteem.

Surgery and Other Methods

There is a growing request for surgeries and other medical interventions to increase penis size. The doctors, however, advise against such practices if the size falls within the average range. The American Urological Association reports that most procedures yield cosmetic outcomes with minimum benefits on sexual performance. .

Research and New Findings .

There have been many studies that have proved a lot:

1. Genetic Factors: Recent studies have revealed that penis size is largely a genetically determined factor.

2. Hormonal Role: There are also hormonal levels-especially in puberty levels of testosterone which gets involved in the penis growth.

3. Lifestyle Effect: Smoking, obesity, and other unhealthy lifestyle may impact both the girth and length of the penis.

Myths perpetuated through media and pornography about penis size more often associate larger sizes with sexual prowess. According to the Journal of Sexual Health, however, a study indicates a very different conclusion drawn from emerging research regarding determinants for sexual satisfaction: emotional connection rather than physical attributes.

Conclusion

The average size of the penis is a biological fact, and therefore must be discussed from the health and informational perspective. Scientific research clarifies that there is no direct correlation in size with sexual performance and self-esteem. It should not be viewed in the basis of myths, but rather seen in accordance to proper information.

Psychological counseling can be very helpful in cases of insecurity because of size-related problems. The bottom line, however, is that a healthy attitude and lifestyle are worth so much more than the absence of any physical feature.

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