Why are dildos necessary for men?

Dildos have engrossed customers since they first showed up. Men's dildos have evolved from their wooden ancestors to the currently available ultra-realistic silicone and thermoplastic elastomer dildos. Dildos were basic and almost lifeless when created; sexual relief was their only intended purpose. More life-like versions came about, but still held a certain 'grossness' associated with them. Modern materials - TPE if I recall correctly, various forms of high end silicone - have pushed realism so far that confusing a dildo with one's own penis is now a near constant possibility. This has in part made dildos good as emotional platonic partners (along with the pure sex toy aspect). How far does this request go? Questioning this research, I will consider the factors guys select a dildo for.

What are the demographic characteristics of men who own dildos?

As these data show, men who experience social anxiety while being in solitude

A lot of men, especially those experiencing social anxiety or being introverted (spouse loss being one extreme life event) could find some level of comfort with dildos on hand. Overly shy men simply do not have the time or energy to talk to others. The constant, small scale presence of a phallus is a form of relief for them. Meeting new people is draining, and a pre-determined, or at least partially predictable, interaction with a dildo (to me at least) removes that drain.

You are no longer bothered by your emotions.

Real life interactions are uncontrolled, and to me at least, a phallus (or whatever the object may be) provides a kind of stability men are all looking for. Real men will always be real men, and after all, the world will always be a little too much to deal with.

Dudes whose sexual fixations were

Fully customizable dildos might appeal to people with more specific fantasies or fetishes. Preserving their own ideas, these guys may go with whatever suits them better.

Divorced or elderly guys

Harvey has fully embraced this, a dildo-marketing tactic if I recall correctly. Studies say that dildos help older dudes, or at least those recently 're-entering' the dating world, feel more at home. If the near-complete scary aspect of re-establishing some form of romantic partnership is too much to handle, a dildo gives you that desired intimacy and basic companionship; the work and all subsequent heartache of starting over is removed.

The Reasons Men Prefer Dildos

Upon further investigation three top causes emerged why males use dildos:

Psychologically, comfort and to a point all round companionship must come first.

Psychological needs are what push many men towards them. Shy, lonely (or having lost someone close), a guy may find himself exposed and vulnerable. Companionship is what he craves but pushing forward into a real person relationship is near impossible. Dildos offer that pre-defined, almost mechanical type of friendliness. Moments of true loneliness can be allayed by having a small physical object to talk to, or at least a partial 'presence'. The phallus itself is a symbol of security, and a woman at least can (and should) feel free to not be committed to a man or any other person, and to all intents and purposes, be safe.

Empowerment and the Formation of Your Sexual Identity

Men with less mainstream sexual orientations or kinks may feel freer on the phallus to reveal themselves. Some guys are incredibly afraid of being misinterpreted or gossiped about; looking for other guys when seeking something specific with a human partner is a near constant occurrence, and crashing and burning in that quest is all too common. Everyone should have a good time selecting a dildo, body type and various smaller more personal interests can be factored into the equation. Exploring those same fantasies via a dildo is for many the more enjoyable and safe option - live partners simply cannot provide this level of pure, unadulterated exploration.

Storage and Streams in the Real World

The ease of accessibility to dildos is just one more reason they are used so often. Intimacy is what they offer; the time, near constant effort and all forms of emotional investment required to maintain any 'true' bond is removed. Men leading busy lifestyles, extensive travel for work, or near constant stress may lack the very real stamina to push towards more traditional relationships; using a dildo opens up said universe of options. No STD risk, physical or emotional sacrifices by either party are needed. Using a dildo (to me at least) is a simple, small but all encompassing act of self care.

Last Remarks

Choosing a dildo presents a human being with various competing behavioral demands - intimacy, emotional regulation, small to medium sexual novelty, and to a point all round world acceptance of self. Dildos are and will always be, to me at least, a very positive and well thought out form of connection. Emotional and/or physical closeness will always be a part of what we as humans seek to define and experience. New technologies and/or all round human connection, to my mind, will always be and remain a part of us.