A study conducted in China identified an association between high levels of work stress and greater occurrence of erectile dysfunction among young men. The research followed 826 full-time workers, aged between 22 and 40 years, between 2022 and 2024.
Among participants classified in the highest work stress group, 54% experienced erection difficulties. In the group subjected to the lowest pressure, the rate was 8%.
Researchers evaluated five aspects of work routine: number of hours worked, autonomy to make decisions, support from superiors, relationships with colleagues, and pressure for promotions. Based on responses, participants were divided into four groups, from lowest to highest stress level.
The results suggest that a routine marked by long hours, pressure for targets, and little support from superiors can produce effects that go beyond the work environment, affecting workers' sexual health.
