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The relationship between methamphetamine use and heterosexual behaviour: evidence from a prospective longitudinal
Rebecca McKetin1,2, Dan I Lubman3, Amanda Baker4
1National Drug Research institute, Curtin University, Perth, Australia.
Addiction (Abingdon, England)
|February 4, 2018
Summary
Methamphetamine use significantly increases sexual activity, multiple partners, and casual sex, including condomless casual sex. However, it does not alter overall condom use likelihood.
Area of Science:
- Addiction research
- Public health
- Sexual health
Background:
- Methamphetamine use is a significant public health concern.
- Understanding its impact on sexual behavior is crucial for prevention and intervention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between methamphetamine use and specific sexual behaviors.
- To quantify changes in sexual activity during periods of methamphetamine use.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal panel data from the Methamphetamine Treatment Evaluation Study (MATES) cohort (2006-2010) were analyzed.
- Within-person analyses examined the relationship between methamphetamine use and sexual behavior using the Opiate Treatment Index.
Main Results:
- Methamphetamine use doubled the odds of being sexually active (aOR=1.9).
- During use, participants were more likely to have multiple partners (aOR=3.3), casual partners (aOR=3.9), and engage in condomless casual sex (aOR=2.6).
- No significant changes were observed in anal sex likelihood or condom use with casual partners.
Conclusions:
- Methamphetamine use is strongly associated with increased sexual activity and riskier sexual behaviors.
- Interventions should address the heightened risk of sexually transmitted infections associated with methamphetamine-related sexual activity.
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