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¹Colegiado de Psicologia, Universidade Federal do Vale do São Francisco, Petrolina, Brasil. luisvascon@uol.com.br

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Summary

This study explores barebacking among men who have sex with men in Brazil, finding that thrill-seeking, not just HIV seroconversion, motivates the practice. Motivations are diverse, with some participants actively pursuing HIV.

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Area of Science:

Sociology
Public Health
Sexuality Studies

Background:

Barebacking, the intentional nonuse of condoms during anal sex, is practiced by some men who have sex with men (MSM).
Understanding the motivations and meanings associated with barebacking is crucial for public health interventions.
The Brazilian context presents unique dynamics regarding barebacking and HIV seroconversion pursuit.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the production of meanings surrounding HIV seroconversion possibilities in bareback sex practices.
To analyze the dynamics and ambiguities of "bug chasing" within the Brazilian context.
To identify reasons for engaging in barebacking among Brazilian MSM.

Main Methods:

Qualitative research involving the observation of online communities (Orkut) and chat forums dedicated to barebacking.
Open online interviews conducted via MSN Messenger with barebackers across different Brazilian states, primarily São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Main Results:

While pursuit of seroconversion was present, a multiplicity of interests and barebacking modalities were observed among online interlocutors.
Engaging in barebacking was often linked to an excessive interest in expanding or intensifying thrill-seeking behaviors.
Motivations for barebacking extend beyond the sole pursuit of HIV seroconversion, encompassing a broader spectrum of risk-taking and experiential desires.

Conclusions:

Barebacking among Brazilian MSM is a complex phenomenon with varied motivations, including but not limited to the pursuit of HIV seroconversion.
Thrill-seeking and the intensification of experiences appear to be significant drivers for engaging in barebacking.
Further research is needed to fully understand the nuances of barebacking and to develop targeted public health strategies for MSM in Brazil.