Men who have Sex with Men: The Male University Students Experience
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case study, HIV, MSM, male, university students
Abstract
There is an increasing incidence of human immunodeficiency virus HIV infection in the Philippines The majority of those affected were males and men having sex with men MSM is the predominant mode of transmission Much of the literature available is on statistics of HIV cases and the population of those engaged in MSM However there is a lack of research in understanding the reasons that lead male youth to be involved in MSM activity and their views regarding such activity This qualitative case study reports on the experience of eight male university students involved in MSM Data obtained through interview and focus group discussion helped understand the views dynamics and factors that contributed to the MSM involvement of male university students Results revealed that male university students involved in MSM for a variety of reasons Curiosity alcohol drinking and sexual satisfaction were the primary reasons Participants were aware of the potential risks of being involved in MSM observed certain dynamics and also have ways to protect themselves Data collected can be used as a basis for designing and implementing programs that can provide an opportunity for those engaged in MSM to know where to seek guidance regarding this sensitive issue thereby encouraging them towards observing a more positive sexual health behavior
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2020-03-15
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