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Sex and Drugs: High-Risk Behaviors at Circuit PartiesSchool of Nursing and Health Studies, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, jweidel{at}miami.edu
School of Nursing and Health Studies, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
College of Nursing, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina HIV and other sexually transmitted infection rates are increasing among men who have sex with men. This increase may be attributed to the high rates of drug use and risky sexual behaviors at gay festive events called circuit parties. Although few studies have examined the actual level of risk, the implications from the available studies underscore the need for the development of interventions to address this public health concern. The 5 As approach provides an evidence-based approach to assist in behavior change that may reduce the HIV and sexually transmitted infection rates among gay and bisexual men who attend circuit parties. This article reviews the findings and recommendations from the few available studies on circuit parties and risk behavior. The authors propose that the 5 As approach for behavioral change be adapted by practitioners in the primary care setting.
Key Words: circuit party • MSM • club drugs • gay men • drug use • HIV • unsafe sex • unprotected sex • 5 As
This version was published on December
1, 2008 American Journal of Men's Health, Vol. 2, No. 4,
344-352 (2008) |
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