Factors associated with transactional sex among a cohort of gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men in Vancouver, Canada

Heather L. Armstrong, Jordan M. Sang, Ales Skala, Lu Wang, Julia Zhu, Nathan J. Lachowsky, Kiffer G. Card, Cecilia Benoit, Gbolahan Olarewaju, Robert S. Hogg, David M. Moore, Eric A. Roth More than one-fifth of gay and bisexual men in this community-based sample in Vancouver, Canada, reported engaging in transactional sex (sex in exchange for drugs, money, or goods) over the study period (2012–19). A variety of factors, including sexual behaviour, mental health, and substance use, were associated with transactional sex and, when considered together, likely contribute to increased HIV and STI risk. More holistic approaches are needed to support improved health and wellbeing for these men.

Source: Sexual Health - November 30, 2021 Category: Sexual Medicine Authors: Heather L. Armstrong Jordan M. Sang Ales Skala Lu Wang Julia Zhu Nathan J. Lachowsky Kiffer G. Card Cecilia Benoit Gbolahan Olarewaju Robert S. Hogg David M. Moore Eric A. Roth Source Type: research