We Have a Lot to Do: Lack of Sexual Protection and Information-Results of the German-Language Online Survey "Let's Talk About Chemsex".

ABSTRACT: Background: The prevalence of chemsex and sexualized substance use is increasing in several European countries, particularly among men who have sex with men. In this subgroup, illegal substance use is associated with increased sexual risk behavior, which can result in severe physical and psychological impairments. The present study examined the incidence and prevalence of chemsex in German-speaking countries. Methods: To further describe the high-risk group of Chemsex users, participants (N = 429) were asked about their psychotropic substance use, sexual and health-related behavior, health status, and socio-demographic information by using an online questionnaire. Whether Chemsex has negative effects on well-being was measured with the WHO well-being index. Of addition

SUBMITTER: Rosenberger C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8200571 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature