Exploring Sex, HIV and ‘Sensitive’ Space(s) Among Sexual and Gender Minority Young Adults in Thailand

Newman, Peter A.; Tepjan, Suchon; Rubincam, Clara

doi:10.1057/978-1-137-58614-8_5

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“…The study utilized both in-depth interviews and focus groups to optimize discussion of sensitive topics, since relative to one-on-one interviews, researchers have described focus groups as both enabling and constraining for facilitating conversations about sexual behavior and HIV prevention [ 39 ]. In this study, the goal of conducting focus groups was to facilitate a more open discussion by shifting power from the interviewer to the participants and thus giving participants greater influence over the direction of the conversation [ 40 ].…”

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Structural barriers to HIV prevention among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Vietnam: Diversity, stigma, and healthcare access

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Men who have sex with men (MSM) in Vietnam experience disproportionate rates of HIV infection. To advance understanding of how structural barriers may shape their engagement with HIV prevention services, we draw on 32 in-depth interviews and four focus groups (n = 31) conducted with MSM in Hanoi between October 2015- March 2016. Three primary factors emerged: (1) Diversity, both in relation to identity and income; Vietnamese MSM described themselves as segregated into Bóng kín (hidden, often heterosexually-identified MSM) and Bóng lộ (‘out,’ transgender, or effeminate MSM). Lower-income, ‘hidden’ MSM from rural areas were reluctant to access MSM-targeted services; (2) Stigma: MSM reported being stigmatized by the healthcare system, family, and other MSM; and (3) Healthcare access: this was limited due to economic barriers and lack of MSM-friendly services. Our research suggests the need for multiple strategies to reach diverse types of MSM as well as to address barriers in access to health services such as stigma and costs. While a great deal has been written about the diversity of MSM in relation to gender performance and sexual identities, our research points to the substantial structural-level barriers that must be addressed in order to achieve meaningful and effective HIV prevention for MSM worldwide.

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Structural barriers to HIV prevention among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Vietnam: Diversity, stigma, and healthcare access

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“…Both phone interviews and focus groups were administered to the respondents during the study. Researchers had described focus groups as both enabling and constraining for facilitating conversations about sexual behavior and HIV prevention [33]. The interviews and focus groups were conducted by two trained, master's level interviewers with experience working in public health, HIV and with MSM.…”

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Facilitators and Barriers to Retention in HIV Care among HIV Infected MSM Attending Community Health Center Yaba, Lagos Nigeria

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Akueshi

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Background: The burden of HIV infection among men who have sex with men (MSM) has posed a huge public health threat to the developing country like Nigeria. Identification of effective strategies to improve their retention in HIV care especially for young HIV infected MSM is critical for overall success in scaling down the national burden of HIV/AIDS. The aim of this study was to assess the facilitators and barriers to retention in HIV care among HIV infected MSM attending community health center, Yaba Lagos Nigeria. Methods: A two months (May –June,2016) exploratory qualitative research study was conducted among 181 respondents enrolled into HIV care within 12 months that attend community health center, Yaba Lagos Nigeria. A pretested and semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect information on the specific facilitators and barriers to retention in HIV care among respondents. Data entries and analysis were done using SPSS package version 20. Descriptive statistics was used to summarize quantitative variables, and frequency tables were generated for the relevant variables. Results: The median age (in years) of the participants sampled was 24. The study identified friendly clinic service 44%, having positive relationship with clinic staff 16%, friendly and secured environment 20% as the major facilitators to retention in HIV care while implicating distance 36% and self -denial 21% as major barriers to retention in HIV care among the respondents. Conclusion: Majority of the respondents were retained in HIV care services due to the available friendly clinic services and conducive environment instituted at the service provision site.

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“…Focus groups can provide a setting QUALITATIVE EXPLORATION MEN'S SEXUAL DIFFICULTIES 8 where certain individuals feel more comfortable discussing sensitive issues in comparison to one-on-one interviews (van Teijlingen & Pitchforth, 2006). A large body of work suggests that focus groups can enhance the disclosure of sex-related information in numerous ways (e.g., Frith, 2000;Janssen, McBride, Yarber, Hill, & Butler, 2008;Newman, Tepjan, & Rubincam, 2017;Överlien, Aronsson, & Hydén, 2005). For example, for some people, the conversational ambience experienced within a focus group may feel less daunting in comparison to a one-on-one interview with a researcher.…”

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“I Want to Feel Like a Full Man”: Conceptualizing Gay, Bisexual, and Heterosexual Men’s Sexual Difficulties

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Nielsen

McDermott

et al. 2017

The Journal of Sex Research

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Current understandings of sexual difficulties originate from a model that is based on the study of heterosexual men and women. Most research has focused on sexual difficulties experienced by heterosexual men incapable of engaging in vaginal penetration. To better understand men's perceptions and experiences of sexual difficulties, seven focus groups and 29 individual interviews were conducted with gay (n = 22), bisexual (n = 5), and heterosexual (n = 25) men. In addition, the extent to which difficulties reported by gay and bisexual men differ from heterosexual men was explored. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis applying an inductive approach. Two intercorrelated conceptualizations were identified: penis function (themes: medicalization, masculine identity, psychological consequences, coping mechanisms) and pain (themes: penile pain, pain during receptive anal sex). For the most part, gay, bisexual, and heterosexual men reported similar sexual difficulties; differences were evident regarding alternative masculinity, penis size competition, and pain during receptive anal sex. The results of this study demonstrate the complexity of men's sexual difficulties and the important role of sociocultural, interpersonal, and psychological factors. Limitations and suggested directions for future research are outlined.

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Exploring Sex, HIV and ‘Sensitive’ Space(s) Among Sexual and Gender Minority Young Adults in Thailand

Cited by 7 publications

References 33 publications

Structural barriers to HIV prevention among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Vietnam: Diversity, stigma, and healthcare access

Structural barriers to HIV prevention among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Vietnam: Diversity, stigma, and healthcare access

Facilitators and Barriers to Retention in HIV Care among HIV Infected MSM Attending Community Health Center Yaba, Lagos Nigeria

“I Want to Feel Like a Full Man”: Conceptualizing Gay, Bisexual, and Heterosexual Men’s Sexual Difficulties

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