Sexual Behaviors of Adolescent Emerging and Young Adult Men Who Have Sex With Men Ages 13–29 in New York City

Halkitis, Perry N.; Brockwell, Sarah; Siconolfi, Daniel; Moeller, Robert W.; Sussman, Rachael D.; Mourgues, Paris J; Cutler, Blayne; Sweeney, Monica

doi:10.1097/qai.0b013e318204194c

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“…For Phase 1, participants aged 18 to 29 (N = 540) were recruited using active methods over 90 days during the summer of 2008 for completion of a quantitative survey using tacit consent (see Halkitis, Brockwell, Moeller, Siconolfi, Cutler, & Sussman, 2011). Upon completion of the survey, participants were provided a $10 incentive and a palm card to contact the research center to take part in the interview.…”

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confidence: 99%

When the Emotions Really Started Kicking In, Which Ended Up Being a Problem: Sex, HIV, and Emotions Among Young Gay and Bisexual Men

Moeller

Halkitis

Pollock

et al. 2013

Journal of Homosexuality

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Interviews from 10 young gay and bisexual men aged 18 to 29 were examined to explore how young gay and bisexual men make decisions regarding sexual behaviors in the age of AIDS. Three main themes emerged: (a) disconnections between what an individual knows about HIV, their motivations to remain HIV-negative, and their sexual behaviors; (b) a struggle to connect emotionally and intimately with another man; and (c) a power dynamic whereby the individual acts as an autonomous decider in the decision-making process. Participants indicated high levels of HIV knowledge, and were engaged in a struggle to balance emotional experiences with sexual partners in a complex gendered dynamic. Findings from this analysis indicate a need to reexamine the social-cognitive theoretical frameworks that have guided gay men's HIV-prevention efforts, as these frameworks have failed to account for the psychologically complex emotional experiences and gender dynamics that are part of sexual decision making.

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Section: Methods Study Design and Proceduresmentioning

confidence: 99%

When the Emotions Really Started Kicking In, Which Ended Up Being a Problem: Sex, HIV, and Emotions Among Young Gay and Bisexual Men

Moeller

Halkitis

Pollock

et al. 2013

Journal of Homosexuality

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“…Researchers mostly provided descriptive statistics around participants having receptive or insertive anal sex, with some studies noting differences across racial/ethnic groups. In one study, researchers reported that Latino participants were significantly more likely to have engaged in receptive anal sex when compared with Black participants; in another, researchers noted that Black participants were more likely than White participants to have engaged in receptive anal sex in their most recent sexual encounter with a causal partner (Halkitis et al, 2011;Warren et al, 2007). The distinction between casual versus primary partners (i.e., relationship type) was also frequently referenced across articles, with a wide range of unique findings.…”

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Young Black Gay/Bisexual and Other Men Who Have Sex With Men: A Review and Content Analysis of Health-Focused Research Between 1988 and 2013

Wade

Harper

2015

Am J Mens Health

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Black young gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (YGBMSM) are at high risk for negative health outcomes, though this population is underrepresented in the health literature. An extensive literature review and content analysis of health-related peer-reviewed articles was conducted that targeted Black YGBMSM, examining five content areas: sexual health, health care, substance use, psychosocial functioning, and sociostructural factors. A coding sheet was created to collect information on all content areas and related subtopics and computed descriptive statistics. Out of 54 articles, most were published after 2004 (N = 49; 90.7%) and addressed some aspect of sexual health (N = 50; 92.6%). Few articles included content on psychosocial functioning, including bullying/harassment, suicide, and racial/ethnic identity. Data on health care delivery/receipt and health insurance were underrepresented; tobacco use and substance abuse were seldom addressed. Important sociostructural factors, including sexual networks and race-based discrimination, were poorly represented. Last, there was a noteworthy deficit of qualitative studies and research exploring intersectional identity and health. This review concludes that studies on Black YGBMSM health places sex at the forefront to the neglect of other critical health domains. More research is needed on the diverse health issues of a vulnerable and underexamined population.

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“…Participants ages 18-29 (N=540) were recruited using active methods over 90 days during the summer of 2008 for completion of a quantitative survey using tacit consent (see Halkitis et al). 44 Research staff employed targeted sampling procedures at various venues throughout the five boroughs of NYC, including several large community events, social venues, bars, dance clubs, and public spaces (parks, street corners, etc.). The sampling frame was stratified so that Black and Latino men accounted for at least two thirds of the sample, and so that 33% percent of the sample was between the ages of each 18-20, 21-25, and 26-29, respectively.…”

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Cigarette Smoking as Part of a Syndemic among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men Ages 13–29 in New York City

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The prevalence of cigarette smoking among young men who have sex with men (YMSM) is significantly higher than among their heterosexual peers. We undertook an analysis to examine cigarette smoking in relation to demographic factors and other risk behaviors among 580 YMSM, ages 13-29, in New York City. Cross-sectional data were collected as part of larger study of risk behaviors using palm devices and targeted active recruitment strategies across all five boroughs of the city. Multivariate modeling suggests that Asian or Pacific Islander and White YMSM are more likely to report cigarette smoking than other racial and ethnic groups, as are men reporting a middle class socioeconomic status. In addition, smoking was related to the likelihood of using a variety of illicit substances, as well as alcohol and pharmaceuticals without a prescription, during the period of assessment. YMSM who smoke cigarettes reported a greater number of casual sex partners and a greater number of transactional sex partners than non-smokers. Episodic analysis of sexual behaviors with casual partners indicated that smokers were more likely to engage in illicit drug and alcohol use immediately before or during sex than did non-smokers. These findings are understood as part of a larger syndemic among YMSM, and suggest that smoking prevention and cessation programs should be embedded as part of larger more holistic health and wellness programs targeting YMSM.

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Sexual Behaviors of Adolescent Emerging and Young Adult Men Who Have Sex With Men Ages 13–29 in New York City

Cited by 35 publications

References 13 publications

When the Emotions Really Started Kicking In, Which Ended Up Being a Problem: Sex, HIV, and Emotions Among Young Gay and Bisexual Men

When the Emotions Really Started Kicking In, Which Ended Up Being a Problem: Sex, HIV, and Emotions Among Young Gay and Bisexual Men

Young Black Gay/Bisexual and Other Men Who Have Sex With Men: A Review and Content Analysis of Health-Focused Research Between 1988 and 2013

Cigarette Smoking as Part of a Syndemic among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men Ages 13–29 in New York City

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