HIV Non-Disclosure & the Criminal Law: Legal Developments & Community ResponsesCBRC
Criminalization of HIV non-disclosure causes fear and anxiety for people living with HIV. Over 100 people in Canada have been criminally prosecuted for HIV transmission or exposure since 1989, with a significant increase since 2003. The law around what constitutes a "significant risk" of transmission is unclear. A recent court case found no significant risk from condom use or when viral load is undetectable, but the law remains uncertain. Advocates are working to restrict expansive use of criminal law and challenge misinformation.
The document discusses concerns around criminalizing HIV non-disclosure and argues that there is little evidence it deters risky behavior or reduces transmission. It notes viral load plays a role in transmission risk but the law does not consider this, and questions what constitutes "significant risk". Alternatives like education and promoting universal precautions are suggested rather than criminal prosecutions which may deter testing and have unintended consequences.
The document discusses trends in social media and digital marketing. It notes that marketing has evolved across many media and is moving toward inbound, content-based approaches. Social media allows consumers to be producers and brands' ambassadors. The convergence of mobile and social is creating opportunities around commerce, payments, location and community. New Facebook features include cover photos, milestones, pin posts, private messages, and admin/analytics tools.
Sick again?: Gay men as a site of medicalizationCBRC
This document summarizes a presentation on the medicalization of gay men's health. It discusses how homosexuality has been viewed as a sin, crime, and illness in the past. Current examples of medicalization mentioned include treating internalized homophobia and prescribing definitions of "healthy sex." The tensions between medical interventions and sexual rights and health equity are also examined. The conclusion calls for considering sexual rights and addressing systems of oppression, not just individual-level medical interventions, when discussing medicalization.
This document discusses HIV prevention strategies for young gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (YMSM). It notes that YMSM are at high risk of HIV due to lack of inclusive education and lack of assertiveness. Prevention programs often do not meet the specific needs of YMSM. The document also explores challenges in defining and reaching "other MSM" who may not identify as gay. It advocates for a community-based social network approach like The Mpowerment Project, which aims to strengthen communities and facilitate peer-to-peer education.
Mental Wellness of Gay Men as a Determinant of Vulnerability to & Resilience ...CBRC
Chris Boodram presented on the mental wellness of gay, bi, and two-spirit men and its impact on HIV vulnerability and resilience. The presentation outlined PHAC's population-specific HIV/AIDS status reports, including the scope and methodology used. It reviewed evidence that gay, bi, and two-spirit men experience poorer mental health outcomes and higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide due to internalized and systemic homophobia. Studies also link experiences of harassment and discrimination with increased HIV risk behaviors among gay and bi youth. The literature recommends addressing systemic heterosexism to improve mental wellness and reduce HIV vulnerability across this population.
1045 1 what new sero-converters in toronto are sayingCBRC
This document summarizes interviews with 43 newly diagnosed HIV-positive men in Toronto. Many reported experiences with childhood abuse, depression, polydrug use, and partner violence, supporting the "syndemics hypothesis" that these psychosocial problems interact to worsen the HIV epidemic. However, some men acquired HIV through relationships, travel, or other means outside this framework. The researchers aim to understand resilience as well as risks, and how to build healthier communities through addressing trauma, promoting well-being, and fostering social connections rather than pathologizing groups. The study was conducted by researchers from various universities and health organizations, funded by CIHR.
HIV Non-Disclosure & the Criminal Law: Legal Developments & Community ResponsesCBRC
Criminalization of HIV non-disclosure causes fear and anxiety for people living with HIV. Over 100 people in Canada have been criminally prosecuted for HIV transmission or exposure since 1989, with a significant increase since 2003. The law around what constitutes a "significant risk" of transmission is unclear. A recent court case found no significant risk from condom use or when viral load is undetectable, but the law remains uncertain. Advocates are working to restrict expansive use of criminal law and challenge misinformation.
The document discusses concerns around criminalizing HIV non-disclosure and argues that there is little evidence it deters risky behavior or reduces transmission. It notes viral load plays a role in transmission risk but the law does not consider this, and questions what constitutes "significant risk". Alternatives like education and promoting universal precautions are suggested rather than criminal prosecutions which may deter testing and have unintended consequences.
The document discusses trends in social media and digital marketing. It notes that marketing has evolved across many media and is moving toward inbound, content-based approaches. Social media allows consumers to be producers and brands' ambassadors. The convergence of mobile and social is creating opportunities around commerce, payments, location and community. New Facebook features include cover photos, milestones, pin posts, private messages, and admin/analytics tools.
Sick again?: Gay men as a site of medicalizationCBRC
This document summarizes a presentation on the medicalization of gay men's health. It discusses how homosexuality has been viewed as a sin, crime, and illness in the past. Current examples of medicalization mentioned include treating internalized homophobia and prescribing definitions of "healthy sex." The tensions between medical interventions and sexual rights and health equity are also examined. The conclusion calls for considering sexual rights and addressing systems of oppression, not just individual-level medical interventions, when discussing medicalization.
This document discusses HIV prevention strategies for young gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (YMSM). It notes that YMSM are at high risk of HIV due to lack of inclusive education and lack of assertiveness. Prevention programs often do not meet the specific needs of YMSM. The document also explores challenges in defining and reaching "other MSM" who may not identify as gay. It advocates for a community-based social network approach like The Mpowerment Project, which aims to strengthen communities and facilitate peer-to-peer education.
Mental Wellness of Gay Men as a Determinant of Vulnerability to & Resilience ...CBRC
Chris Boodram presented on the mental wellness of gay, bi, and two-spirit men and its impact on HIV vulnerability and resilience. The presentation outlined PHAC's population-specific HIV/AIDS status reports, including the scope and methodology used. It reviewed evidence that gay, bi, and two-spirit men experience poorer mental health outcomes and higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide due to internalized and systemic homophobia. Studies also link experiences of harassment and discrimination with increased HIV risk behaviors among gay and bi youth. The literature recommends addressing systemic heterosexism to improve mental wellness and reduce HIV vulnerability across this population.
1045 1 what new sero-converters in toronto are sayingCBRC
This document summarizes interviews with 43 newly diagnosed HIV-positive men in Toronto. Many reported experiences with childhood abuse, depression, polydrug use, and partner violence, supporting the "syndemics hypothesis" that these psychosocial problems interact to worsen the HIV epidemic. However, some men acquired HIV through relationships, travel, or other means outside this framework. The researchers aim to understand resilience as well as risks, and how to build healthier communities through addressing trauma, promoting well-being, and fostering social connections rather than pathologizing groups. The study was conducted by researchers from various universities and health organizations, funded by CIHR.
According to the document:
1) In 2011, it was estimated that approximately 21 gay and bisexual men in BC died from HIV disease, and around 18 died from suicide.
2) The estimates of suicide among gay and bisexual men are highly sensitive to assumptions about relative risk and the proportion of males that are gay or bisexual. The estimates could range from 6 to 34 suicides per year.
3) Historically, HIV-related deaths have been higher among gay and bisexual men, but suicide rates may surpass HIV if HIV treatment trends continue successfully. Further study is needed to better understand suicide among gay and bisexual adult men.
This document summarizes a presentation on research about pathways to resilience among Asian and ethno-racial men who have sex with men (MSM). The presentation shares findings from a study exploring the critical life events that impact the sexual health of Asian MSM, and the factors that affect their resilience in response to these events. Small group exercises were used to discuss prohibiting barriers, facilitating conditions, and resilience strategies related to life challenges like migration, homophobia, and joining community groups. The presentation aimed to identify pathways to resilience and discuss applications to support practices.
The document outlines research conducted by the Investigaytors, a group that conducts qualitative research on issues related to gay and queer men's health in Vancouver. It describes various qualitative research methods used in their work, including interviews, focus groups, photovoice, and body mapping. It also discusses some of the research priorities and themes that emerged from interviews with community leaders, such as the need for more holistic approaches to health that consider social factors, and for research on understudied populations like Indigenous and transgender individuals.
The document outlines the Mpowerment Project in Vancouver which aims to engage, educate, and empower gay millennials. It discusses using a peer-led community organizing model with a focus on social events, workshops, and digital outreach. Key aspects include building community spaces for connection, peer-led sex education, and mobilizing youth through social media and grassroots organizing. The project has engaged over 1,400 young men in its first 18 months.
Social support groups continue to provide important benefits. They offer information sharing, social connection, exposure to diverse perspectives, and positively impact health. Groups allow participants to feel heard, develop confidence, and access experts. They empower marginalized people and facilitate community involvement. However, certain demographics may feel excluded from groups due to barriers around accessibility, stigma, and lack of representation. Intentional efforts are needed to make groups inclusive of diversity in terms of identities, abilities, and viewpoints. Sustainability relies on participant involvement, facilitator support, and responsiveness to changing needs.
This document summarizes a qualitative study exploring the socio-cultural context of substance use among gay communities in Vancouver, BC. Through interviews with 20 gay and queer men, 3 key themes emerged: 1) Substance use is a social activity that takes place in gay social spaces. 2) The use of drugs and alcohol facilitates social and sexual inclusion in these communities. 3) Participants reported that substance use patterns change over one's lifetime as gay men, with more use occurring during the period of "coming out." The study suggests substance use serves important social and coping functions, but may also influence HIV risk, and interventions should consider how these roles change throughout life.
This document discusses social support and its importance for the healthy aging of gay men who are baby boomers and generation X. It notes that social support can reduce stress, improve psychological well-being and slow disease progression for those living with HIV. Strong social support is also linked to better cognitive functioning, lower risk of health issues like strokes and cancers, and higher survival rates. However, aging gay men may face challenges maintaining social support networks as they age. The document calls for further research and strategies to promote successful aging for this demographic through strengthening social support and meeting their evolving needs.
This document summarizes research on the experiences of gay and bisexual men who pay for sexual services in Canada. It finds that they have specific health, safety, legal and identity needs not addressed in other studies. Gay and bisexual men reported using the sex industry for physical intimacy, sexual exploration and coping with declining desirability. However, many did not understand prostitution laws or trust the legal system. More research is needed to understand their perspectives over the life course and involve their voices in policy discussions.
This document summarizes a presentation on renewing HIV prevention efforts for gay and bisexual men in British Columbia. The presentation discusses recommendations from advisory groups to release a provincial report in 2014 on the current state of the HIV epidemic among gay and bisexual men in BC. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive and partnership-based approach that meaningfully involves gay and bisexual men. This includes expanding HIV testing, promoting sexual health, addressing social determinants, and monitoring trends through ongoing research.
This document summarizes and discusses three studies related to assessing the roles of place and mobility in gay men's health across the life course.
The first study examined how migration decisions and mental/emotional health are linked for gay men in the United States and Canada. The second study looked at how rurality can impact HIV risk and prevention for gay men in Nova Scotia. The third study analyzed service providers' perspectives on the impacts of migration on sexual health for gay, bisexual and queer newcomer men in Ontario. Overall, the document discusses how place and mobility shape key aspects of gay men's lives and health over their life courses.
This document outlines the work of the Community Based Research Centre For Gay Men's Health over several years, focusing on determinants of health for gay men. It discusses topics like minority stress, social exclusion in data, and the impact of discrimination on health outcomes. New terms related to life course perspectives on health are introduced, like life span, life cohort, and longitudinal. Generational differences in attitudes toward health, activism, and trauma are also examined. The summit discussion focuses on how location and migration impact life course and gay health.
This document discusses gay men's health from a life course perspective. It summarizes current health issues facing gay men such as high rates of HIV, depression, and suicide attempts. It then outlines 3 principles of viewing health through a life course lens: historical time and place, linked lives, and human agency. Next, it describes 5 generations of gay men defined by the historical periods they came of age in and the health issues that impacted each group. The document concludes by discussing implications for research, practice, and advocacy including considering different generational perspectives and voices.
This document discusses indigenous traditions in North America and Aotearoa (New Zealand) that recognized multiple gender identities and same-sex relationships. It notes that over 150 indigenous nations in North America had traditions recognizing "Two Spirit" people, who embodied both male and female spirits. These traditions challenged colonial views that imposed rigid binary systems. Despite facing violence from colonizers, some nations initially protected Two Spirit people, though later denied these traditions under colonial pressure. The document also discusses traditional Māori acceptance of diverse sexualities, and the contemporary concepts of "takatapui" and efforts to address HIV/AIDS in culturally appropriate, identity-affirming ways for indigenous communities. It calls for decolonizing approaches and indigenous
1045 3 1 final-beyond behaviours slides april 15 v5 Daniel GraceCBRC
This document outlines a study on gay men's experiences receiving an acute or recent HIV diagnosis. The study recruited 25 men diagnosed through enhanced testing technology in Vancouver. It found that receiving diagnoses over the phone or experiencing initial uncertainty was challenging. For those diagnosed during acute infection, there was confusion about the meaning and increased infectiousness of this stage. While most saw themselves the same as other HIV+ men, some reduced sexual activity during acute infection due to higher viral loads. The study highlights the importance of considering the social aspects of new diagnostic technologies and ensuring sensitive communication of results.
This document summarizes research on social determinants of health for LGBT populations. It discusses minority stress theory and how experiences of discrimination and social disadvantage can negatively impact health outcomes for gay and bisexual men. The document presents results from a national online survey of over 8,000 Canadian men seeking men, finding higher rates of discrimination, mental health issues, sexually risky behavior and other adverse health outcomes among bisexual men and married/partnered men compared to gay men. The results suggest that addressing discrimination and social inequities could help reduce health disparities within the LGBT community.
915 beyond behaviors conference 2013 Adam GreenCBRC
This document discusses research on factors influencing HIV risk behaviors among gay and bisexual men. It summarizes several key studies that have identified complex psychological and social reasons for unprotected sex, including sexual pleasure and intimacy, ambiguity around risk, and relationships dynamics. While behavioral interventions have had limited effectiveness, HIV diagnosis rates among men who have sex with men have declined in several Western countries since peaking in the 1990s or early 2000s. However, standalone behavioral interventions are not sufficient to significantly reduce HIV transmission.
The document discusses syndemics, which are closely intertwined health problems that mutually reinforce each other within social contexts. Examples include the SAVA syndemic of substance abuse, violence, and AIDS. Research found that psychological problems like depression, childhood abuse, and partner violence increased risks of unprotected sex and HIV infection among gay men. Minority stress models show how homophobia leads to poor health outcomes by increasing psychological stress. Potential solutions discussed include increasing LGBTQ health access, anti-homophobia education and legislation, and community programs.
The document summarizes a study on the experiences of gay men who were victims of homophobic attacks (gay bashing). Seven men were interviewed about experiences with physical violence, verbal harassment, or both. Four men experienced physical assaults severe enough to require hospitalization. Themes that emerged from the interviews included personal experiences with homophobia, identity changes after an attack, isolation, and feelings of powerlessness. Recommendations focused on improving supports for victims, increasing LGBTQ education for social workers, medical professionals, police, and educators, and fostering more inclusive communities.
This study examined the prevalence and impact of intimate partner violence (IPV) among gay and bisexual men living with HIV. The researchers found that 22.4% of men reported experiencing IPV, most commonly emotional and physical abuse. Experiencing IPV was associated with factors like being Aboriginal, childhood abuse, mental health issues, risky sexual behaviors, poorer quality of life, interruptions in HIV care, and higher rates of AIDS progression and HIV-related hospitalizations. The results suggest IPV is an important but underrecognized issue that can negatively impact the health and well-being of HIV-positive gay and bisexual men.
This study examined internalized homonegativity (IH), or negative attitudes towards one's own homosexuality, in gay and bisexual men of different age groups. The study found that contrary to expectations, IH levels declined with age rather than increased. Community involvement mediated about 50% of the relationship between lower IH and older age. While IH remains problematic even at low levels, these findings suggest resilience against minority stress with age. However, young men remain at highest risk, and not all experience declining IH over time. Future research should examine IH in older cohorts, other countries and ethnicities, as well as potential mediators through qualitative longitudinal studies.
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According to the document:
1) In 2011, it was estimated that approximately 21 gay and bisexual men in BC died from HIV disease, and around 18 died from suicide.
2) The estimates of suicide among gay and bisexual men are highly sensitive to assumptions about relative risk and the proportion of males that are gay or bisexual. The estimates could range from 6 to 34 suicides per year.
3) Historically, HIV-related deaths have been higher among gay and bisexual men, but suicide rates may surpass HIV if HIV treatment trends continue successfully. Further study is needed to better understand suicide among gay and bisexual adult men.
This document summarizes a presentation on research about pathways to resilience among Asian and ethno-racial men who have sex with men (MSM). The presentation shares findings from a study exploring the critical life events that impact the sexual health of Asian MSM, and the factors that affect their resilience in response to these events. Small group exercises were used to discuss prohibiting barriers, facilitating conditions, and resilience strategies related to life challenges like migration, homophobia, and joining community groups. The presentation aimed to identify pathways to resilience and discuss applications to support practices.
The document outlines research conducted by the Investigaytors, a group that conducts qualitative research on issues related to gay and queer men's health in Vancouver. It describes various qualitative research methods used in their work, including interviews, focus groups, photovoice, and body mapping. It also discusses some of the research priorities and themes that emerged from interviews with community leaders, such as the need for more holistic approaches to health that consider social factors, and for research on understudied populations like Indigenous and transgender individuals.
The document outlines the Mpowerment Project in Vancouver which aims to engage, educate, and empower gay millennials. It discusses using a peer-led community organizing model with a focus on social events, workshops, and digital outreach. Key aspects include building community spaces for connection, peer-led sex education, and mobilizing youth through social media and grassroots organizing. The project has engaged over 1,400 young men in its first 18 months.
Social support groups continue to provide important benefits. They offer information sharing, social connection, exposure to diverse perspectives, and positively impact health. Groups allow participants to feel heard, develop confidence, and access experts. They empower marginalized people and facilitate community involvement. However, certain demographics may feel excluded from groups due to barriers around accessibility, stigma, and lack of representation. Intentional efforts are needed to make groups inclusive of diversity in terms of identities, abilities, and viewpoints. Sustainability relies on participant involvement, facilitator support, and responsiveness to changing needs.
This document summarizes a qualitative study exploring the socio-cultural context of substance use among gay communities in Vancouver, BC. Through interviews with 20 gay and queer men, 3 key themes emerged: 1) Substance use is a social activity that takes place in gay social spaces. 2) The use of drugs and alcohol facilitates social and sexual inclusion in these communities. 3) Participants reported that substance use patterns change over one's lifetime as gay men, with more use occurring during the period of "coming out." The study suggests substance use serves important social and coping functions, but may also influence HIV risk, and interventions should consider how these roles change throughout life.
This document discusses social support and its importance for the healthy aging of gay men who are baby boomers and generation X. It notes that social support can reduce stress, improve psychological well-being and slow disease progression for those living with HIV. Strong social support is also linked to better cognitive functioning, lower risk of health issues like strokes and cancers, and higher survival rates. However, aging gay men may face challenges maintaining social support networks as they age. The document calls for further research and strategies to promote successful aging for this demographic through strengthening social support and meeting their evolving needs.
This document summarizes research on the experiences of gay and bisexual men who pay for sexual services in Canada. It finds that they have specific health, safety, legal and identity needs not addressed in other studies. Gay and bisexual men reported using the sex industry for physical intimacy, sexual exploration and coping with declining desirability. However, many did not understand prostitution laws or trust the legal system. More research is needed to understand their perspectives over the life course and involve their voices in policy discussions.
This document summarizes a presentation on renewing HIV prevention efforts for gay and bisexual men in British Columbia. The presentation discusses recommendations from advisory groups to release a provincial report in 2014 on the current state of the HIV epidemic among gay and bisexual men in BC. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive and partnership-based approach that meaningfully involves gay and bisexual men. This includes expanding HIV testing, promoting sexual health, addressing social determinants, and monitoring trends through ongoing research.
This document summarizes and discusses three studies related to assessing the roles of place and mobility in gay men's health across the life course.
The first study examined how migration decisions and mental/emotional health are linked for gay men in the United States and Canada. The second study looked at how rurality can impact HIV risk and prevention for gay men in Nova Scotia. The third study analyzed service providers' perspectives on the impacts of migration on sexual health for gay, bisexual and queer newcomer men in Ontario. Overall, the document discusses how place and mobility shape key aspects of gay men's lives and health over their life courses.
This document outlines the work of the Community Based Research Centre For Gay Men's Health over several years, focusing on determinants of health for gay men. It discusses topics like minority stress, social exclusion in data, and the impact of discrimination on health outcomes. New terms related to life course perspectives on health are introduced, like life span, life cohort, and longitudinal. Generational differences in attitudes toward health, activism, and trauma are also examined. The summit discussion focuses on how location and migration impact life course and gay health.
This document discusses gay men's health from a life course perspective. It summarizes current health issues facing gay men such as high rates of HIV, depression, and suicide attempts. It then outlines 3 principles of viewing health through a life course lens: historical time and place, linked lives, and human agency. Next, it describes 5 generations of gay men defined by the historical periods they came of age in and the health issues that impacted each group. The document concludes by discussing implications for research, practice, and advocacy including considering different generational perspectives and voices.
This document discusses indigenous traditions in North America and Aotearoa (New Zealand) that recognized multiple gender identities and same-sex relationships. It notes that over 150 indigenous nations in North America had traditions recognizing "Two Spirit" people, who embodied both male and female spirits. These traditions challenged colonial views that imposed rigid binary systems. Despite facing violence from colonizers, some nations initially protected Two Spirit people, though later denied these traditions under colonial pressure. The document also discusses traditional Māori acceptance of diverse sexualities, and the contemporary concepts of "takatapui" and efforts to address HIV/AIDS in culturally appropriate, identity-affirming ways for indigenous communities. It calls for decolonizing approaches and indigenous
1045 3 1 final-beyond behaviours slides april 15 v5 Daniel GraceCBRC
This document outlines a study on gay men's experiences receiving an acute or recent HIV diagnosis. The study recruited 25 men diagnosed through enhanced testing technology in Vancouver. It found that receiving diagnoses over the phone or experiencing initial uncertainty was challenging. For those diagnosed during acute infection, there was confusion about the meaning and increased infectiousness of this stage. While most saw themselves the same as other HIV+ men, some reduced sexual activity during acute infection due to higher viral loads. The study highlights the importance of considering the social aspects of new diagnostic technologies and ensuring sensitive communication of results.
This document summarizes research on social determinants of health for LGBT populations. It discusses minority stress theory and how experiences of discrimination and social disadvantage can negatively impact health outcomes for gay and bisexual men. The document presents results from a national online survey of over 8,000 Canadian men seeking men, finding higher rates of discrimination, mental health issues, sexually risky behavior and other adverse health outcomes among bisexual men and married/partnered men compared to gay men. The results suggest that addressing discrimination and social inequities could help reduce health disparities within the LGBT community.
915 beyond behaviors conference 2013 Adam GreenCBRC
This document discusses research on factors influencing HIV risk behaviors among gay and bisexual men. It summarizes several key studies that have identified complex psychological and social reasons for unprotected sex, including sexual pleasure and intimacy, ambiguity around risk, and relationships dynamics. While behavioral interventions have had limited effectiveness, HIV diagnosis rates among men who have sex with men have declined in several Western countries since peaking in the 1990s or early 2000s. However, standalone behavioral interventions are not sufficient to significantly reduce HIV transmission.
The document discusses syndemics, which are closely intertwined health problems that mutually reinforce each other within social contexts. Examples include the SAVA syndemic of substance abuse, violence, and AIDS. Research found that psychological problems like depression, childhood abuse, and partner violence increased risks of unprotected sex and HIV infection among gay men. Minority stress models show how homophobia leads to poor health outcomes by increasing psychological stress. Potential solutions discussed include increasing LGBTQ health access, anti-homophobia education and legislation, and community programs.
The document summarizes a study on the experiences of gay men who were victims of homophobic attacks (gay bashing). Seven men were interviewed about experiences with physical violence, verbal harassment, or both. Four men experienced physical assaults severe enough to require hospitalization. Themes that emerged from the interviews included personal experiences with homophobia, identity changes after an attack, isolation, and feelings of powerlessness. Recommendations focused on improving supports for victims, increasing LGBTQ education for social workers, medical professionals, police, and educators, and fostering more inclusive communities.
This study examined the prevalence and impact of intimate partner violence (IPV) among gay and bisexual men living with HIV. The researchers found that 22.4% of men reported experiencing IPV, most commonly emotional and physical abuse. Experiencing IPV was associated with factors like being Aboriginal, childhood abuse, mental health issues, risky sexual behaviors, poorer quality of life, interruptions in HIV care, and higher rates of AIDS progression and HIV-related hospitalizations. The results suggest IPV is an important but underrecognized issue that can negatively impact the health and well-being of HIV-positive gay and bisexual men.
This study examined internalized homonegativity (IH), or negative attitudes towards one's own homosexuality, in gay and bisexual men of different age groups. The study found that contrary to expectations, IH levels declined with age rather than increased. Community involvement mediated about 50% of the relationship between lower IH and older age. While IH remains problematic even at low levels, these findings suggest resilience against minority stress with age. However, young men remain at highest risk, and not all experience declining IH over time. Future research should examine IH in older cohorts, other countries and ethnicities, as well as potential mediators through qualitative longitudinal studies.
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These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a simplified look into the mechanisms involved in the regulation of respiration:
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1. Describe the organisation of respiratory center
2. Describe the nervous control of inspiration and respiratory rhythm
3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
6. Explain the role of central chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
8. Explain the regulation of respiration during exercise
9. Integrate the respiratory regulatory mechanisms
10. Describe the Cheyne-Stokes breathing
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2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
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