Intragroup Stigma Among Men Who Have Sex with Men: Data Extraction from Craigslist Ads in 11 Cities in the United States.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) regularly experience homophobic discrimination and stigma. While previous research has examined homophobic and HIV-related intergroup stigma originating from non-MSM directed at MSM, less is known about intragroup stigma originating from within MSM communities. While some research has examined intragroup stigma, this research has focused mostly on HIV-related stigma. Intragroup stigma may have a unique influence on sexual risk-taking behaviors as it occurs between sexual partners. Online sexual networking venues provide a unique opportunity to examine this type of stigma.

Objective

The purpose of this study is to examine the presence and patterns of various types of intragroup stigma represented in Men Seeki

SUBMITTER: Goldenberg T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4869222 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Jan-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature