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. 2010 Aug;39(4):959-67.
doi: 10.1007/s10508-010-9606-3. Epub 2010 Mar 9.

Correlates of heterosexual anal intercourse among substance-using club-goers

Gladys E Ibañez  1 , Steven P Kurtz, Hilary L Surratt, James A Inciardi
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Correlates of heterosexual anal intercourse among substance-using club-goers

Gladys E Ibañez et al. Arch Sex Behav. 2010 Aug.

Abstract

Anal sexual intercourse represents the highest transmission risk for infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), yet much of what we know about anal sex is based on men who have sex with men (MSM). Less is known about heterosexual adults who practice anal sex, especially those who may be at risk for HIV such as substance users. The present study examined the demographic, sexual behaviors, substance use, and psychosocial correlates of recent anal intercourse among a heterosexual young adult sample of nightclub goers who also use substances. Data were drawn from an on-going natural history study of participants (n = 597) in Miami's club scene who use club drugs, use prescription medications for non-medical reasons, and were regular attendees of nightclubs. Participants who reported anal sex (n = 118) were more likely to be male, of moderate income, Latino, trade sex, have unprotected sex, and report victimization. Event-based and qualitative studies are needed to better understand the context in which anal sex occurs. Interventions that target heterosexual populations should include discussion about the risks of anal sex.

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