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Penis-size anxiety

Cultural norms and media portrayals contribute to penis size anxiety in men, despite clinical data showing most men fall within a narrow global range.

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Jan 12, 2026

What psychological impacts and mental health risks are associated with having a very small penis and how are they treated?

A perception of having a very small penis—whether objectively a rare micropenis or subjectively small penis syndrome (SPS)/penile dysmorphic concern—carries measurable psychological risks including an...

Jan 8, 2026

Common myths about penis size across cultures

Across cultures an array of myths about penis size—links to shoe or hand size, racial or height correlations, and the claim that “bigger equals better”—persist despite consistent scientific pushback: ...