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1Montclair State University, Center for Child Advocacy and Policy, Montclair, NJ, USA.
Journal of Ethnic & Cultural Diversity in Social Work
|October 8, 2016
Summary
Men who have sex with men and women, but do not identify as gay, and use alcohol and drugs face barriers in accessing healthcare. Understanding these challenges is crucial for improving HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment services for this population.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Social Science
- Medical Sociology
Background:
- Non-gay-identified men who have sex with men and women (MSMW) and use alcohol/drugs are an underserved and vulnerable population.
- Limited understanding exists regarding healthcare interactions and needs of this demographic.
- Focus on social and medical service provider perspectives is lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the needs of non-gay-identified MSMW who use alcohol and other drugs.
- To identify perceived barriers and facilitators in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment for this population.
- To analyze social and medical service provider perspectives on serving this group.
Main Methods:
- Thematic analysis of two focus groups.
- Participants included social and medical service providers.
- Exploration of provider perceptions regarding non-gay-identified MSMW.
Main Results:
- Four key themes emerged: labeling, constructions of masculinity, HIV/AIDS awareness, and treatment success.
- These themes highlight perceived barriers to effective HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.
- Provider insights reveal challenges in addressing the complex needs of this population.
Conclusions:
- Addressing labeling, masculinity norms, and improving HIV/AIDS awareness are critical for better service delivery.
- Tailored interventions are needed to overcome barriers in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.
- Future research should focus on policy and practice implications for this underserved group.
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