Men who have Sex with Men: The Male University Students Experience

Maricel Aguila Gomez

Men who have Sex with Men: The Male University Students Experience

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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.

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Maricel Aguila Gomez. 2020. "Men who have Sex with Men: The Male University Students Experience". Global Journal of Human-Social Science - H: Interdisciplinary GJHSS-H Volume 20 (GJHSS Volume 20 Issue H2).

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Crossref Journal DOI 10.17406/GJHSS

Print ISSN 0975-587X

e-ISSN 2249-460X

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GJHSS-H Classification FOR Code: 160899

Submission ReceivedDecember 11, 2019
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Accepted January 4, 2020
Published January 15, 2020

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February 29, 2020

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