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- Title
Maintenance of open gay relationships: some strategies for protection against HIV.
- Authors
Hickson, F C; Davies, P M; Hunt, A J; Weatherburn, P; McManus, T J; Coxon, A P
- Abstract
The role of sexual exclusivity (monogamy) in relation to HIV, and the use of rule making in non-exclusive (open) relationships, are discussed. Data from interviews with 387 homosexually active men are presented. The most common sexual/relational configuration amongst these men is that of open relationships. Sexual non-exclusivity was found to be associated with longer relationships, and a greater age difference between partners. The strategies some of these men are using to maintain sexually non-exclusive relationships are outlined. These rules pertain both to interpersonal dynamics and HIV prevention. Differing epidemiological significance of the rules and some implications for health education are discussed.
- Publication
AIDS care, 1992, Vol 4, Issue 4, p409
- ISSN
0954-0121
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1080/09540129208253112