Chemsex, sexualized drug use and emotional vulnerability among men who have sex with men (MSM): a one-month survey in a STI/HIV center.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chemsex, characterized by the intentional use of specific drugs to enhance sexual experiences during group sessions, represents a challenge for the health of some sexually active communities, such as men who have sex with men (MSM). MSM may experience mental health issues associated with chemsex participation. This survey aims to investigate the characteristics, prevalence, and correlates of sexualized drug use (SDU) and chemsex with a focus on the emotional vulnerability associated with chemsex and SDU engagement among MSM at high risk of sexually transmitted infections (STI).

Methods

A self-administered anonymous questionnaire to investigate demographical data, attitudes toward substance dependence, sexual behaviors and vulnerability for common mental disorders

SUBMITTER: Capodieci S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11827263 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature