Meth and gay men

Many gay men are tempted to inject meth at sex parties, which can go on for days. Those same experts warn that the IV meth use trend is likely linked to the disturbing rise of HIV infection rates among gay men. 1 People assigned male at birth who belong to a sexual or gender minority group were twice as likely to use methamphetamine following an HIV diagnosis, according to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Because previous research has shown a link between lowered dopamine signaling in HIV and the potential for substance use, Mustanski and his collaborators set out to investigate the connection further. 2 The National Survey on Drug Use and Health estimated that in , past-year meth use prevalence was more than four times higher among gay men compared to straight men — at percent. 3 The access and use of this site shall thereby constitute the approval of the 'user' to be bound by the following;. The access and use of this site shall be governed by the following terms and agreement 4 Meth has long been associated with gay men. The lost inhibitions induced by the drug are in such contradiction to the lifetime of suppression that most gay men have to adopt, that the appeal is magnetic. 5 As the opioid epidemic continues to dominate national news, another urgent crisis is wreaking havoc in communities throughout the United States. Based on and data compiled by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration SAMHSA , sexual minorities gay, lesbian, or bisexual adults were at least twice as likely to use stimulants in the past year as their heterosexual counterparts. 6 Meth use in America has now spread from traditionally gay, white users into communities of color (including transgender ones), bringing with it increasing HIV infection rates despite 30 years of prevention efforts. 7 Perhaps even more troubling is that a study by SAMHSA showed that meth use is, on average, four times more likely among gay men. The s and s saw the rise of the club scene , with underground raves and circuit parties becoming increasingly popular. 8 One especially troubling phenomenon is the rise of crystal methamphetamine (meth) use among gay men. Here’s a closer look at the phenomenon, along with why finding the right treatment program can be the key to recovery. 9 Last month the medical journal The Lancet published a news feature , describing an increasing number of London gay men who take methamphetamine crystal meth , including a significant number who inject it, often at 'chill-outs' and sex parties. There are concerns that use of the drug is associated with unprotected sex, multiple partners and needle sharing, leading to transmission of HIV, hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted infections. 10 Morning Rundown: National Guard tests D. In , Jason Yamas was a year-old multimedia producer working for a Grammy Award-winning artist. 11