Changing sexual behaviours amongst MSM during the COVID-19 restrictions in Wales: a mixed methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions stopped people freely engaging in sexual behaviour. We explored sexual behaviour amongst men who have sex with men (MSM) using mixed methods during the multiple lockdowns in Wales.

Methods

An online survey was advertised on social media platforms (focusing on Welsh LGBT groups), from June 2020 to July 2020. MSM over 16 years were invited to take part if they were resident in Wales. Qualitative interviews were undertaken as part of a study examining knowledge and awareness of sexual health. Interviews were conducted between September 2020 and February 2021 via Zoom©. Interview data was analysed thematically and integrated with survey data.

Results

The survey received 70 responses, 60% (n = 42) reported no

SUBMITTER: Williams A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8874301 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature