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Methamphetamine Use among Gay, Bisexual and Non-identified Men-Who-Have-Sex-with-Men

An Analysis of Daily Patterns

Perry N. Halkitis

New York University, USA, perry.halkitis{at}nyu.edu

Todd M. Solomon

New York University, USA

Robert W. Moeller

New York University, USA

Stephanie A.R. Doig

New York University, USA

Lindsay S. Espinosa

New York University, USA

Daniel Siconolfi

New York University, USA

Bruce D. Homer

Graduate Center, City University of New York, USA

This study sought to understand the patterns, methods of administration and contexts for methamphetamine use (MA) in a sample of racially diverse men who have sex with men (MSM). Inclusion into the study required participants to be classified as clinically dependent on MA, but indicate no other illicit substance use. Use was assessed using Timeline Followback for a period of 30 days. Of the 900 assessed days, MA use was reported on 217. Participants reported an average of seven days of use, with the majority of use occurring on the weekend. The weekend usage pattern suggests an incorporation of drugs into the lives of gay men as a means of socialization and recreation.

Key Words: methamphetamine • patterns • mode of administration • contexts of drug use • gay and bisexual men

Journal of Health Psychology, Vol. 14, No. 2, 222-231 (2009)
DOI: 10.1177/1359105308100206
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