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Preexposure Prophylaxis and Predicted Condom Use Among High-Risk Men Who Have Sex With Men
- S. Golub, W. Kowalczyk, Corina L Weinberger, J. Parsons
- PsychologyJournal of acquired immune deficiency syndromes
- 15 August 2010
These data provide support for both behavioral disinhibition and risk compensation models and underscore the importance of developing behavioral interventions to accompany any wide-scale provision of PREP to high-risk populations.
Sexual compulsivity, co-occurring psychosocial health problems, and HIV risk among gay and bisexual men: further evidence of a syndemic.
- J. Parsons, C. Grov, S. Golub
- Psychology, MedicineAmerican Journal of Public Health
- 2012
The findings support the conclusion thatSexual compulsivity is a component of a syndemic framework for HIV risk among MSM and HIV prevention interventions should consider the overlapping and compounding effects of psychosocial problems, including sexual compulsivity.
Intentional unsafe sex (barebacking) among HIV-positive gay men who seek sexual partners on the Internet
- P. Halkitis, J. Parsons
- PsychologyAIDS Care
- 1 June 2003
A significant correlation was observed between defining masculinity as sexual prowess and intentional unprotected anal sex and internet-based education should be a priority in order to reach men who rely on this mechanism to find sexual partners.
Loneliness and HIV-related stigma explain depression among older HIV-positive adults
- C. Grov, S. Golub, J. Parsons, M. Brennan, S. Karpiak
- PsychologyAIDS Care
- 16 April 2010
Data suggest that focusing efforts to reduce HIV-related stigma and loneliness may have lasting effects in reducing major depressive symptoms and improving perceived health.
Experiences of familial acceptance-rejection among transwomen of color.
- J. Koken, D. Bimbi, J. Parsons
- PsychologyJournal of family psychology
- 1 December 2009
While many participants reported that at least one parent or close family member responded with warmth and acceptance, the majority confronted hostility and aggression; reports of neglect and undifferentiated rejection were also common.
Willingness to Take PrEP and Potential for Risk Compensation Among Highly Sexually Active Gay and Bisexual Men
- C. Grov, Thomas H. F. Whitfield, H. J. Rendina, A. Ventuneac, J. Parsons
- MedicineAIDS and Behavior
- 4 March 2015
Offering PrEP to men who test infrequently may serve to engage them more in routine HIV/STI testing and create a continued dialogue around sexual health between patient and provider in order to prevent HIV infection.
Is HIV/AIDS stigma dividing the gay community? Perceptions of HIV-positive men who have sex with men.
- C. Courtenay-Quirk, R. Wolitski, J. Parsons, Cynthia A Gómez
- PsychologyAIDS Education and Prevention
- 15 March 2006
Stigma was associated with increased levels of anxiety, loneliness, depressive symptoms, engaging in avoidant coping strategies, and history of suicidal ideation in HIV-positive MSM.
The Experience of Stigma in the Lives of Male Internet Escorts
- J. Koken, D. Bimbi, J. Parsons, P. Halkitis
- Sociology
- 2 December 2004
Abstract Gay and bisexual male escorts operate at the intersection of two major cultural taboos: engaging in homosexual activity and prostitution. Unfortunately, some past research has served to…
LGB-affirmative cognitive-behavioral therapy for young adult gay and bisexual men: A randomized controlled trial of a transdiagnostic minority stress approach.
- J. Pachankis, M. Hatzenbuehler, H. J. Rendina, S. Safren, J. Parsons
- PsychologyJournal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
- 6 July 2015
This study demonstrated preliminary support for the first intervention adapted to address gay and bisexual men's co-occurring health problems at their source in minority stress, and possessed substantial potential for helping clinicians translate LGB-affirmative treatment guidelines into evidence-based practice.
Barebacking Among Gay and Bisexual Men in New York City: Explanations for the Emergence of Intentional Unsafe Behavior
- P. Halkitis, J. Parsons, L. Wilton
- PsychologyArchives of Sexual Behavior
- 1 August 2003
HIV seropositive men were significantly more likely than HIV seronegative men to report this behavior and reported significantly more sexual partners with which they had engaged in intentional unprotected anal intercourse than those of serodiscordant bareback sex.
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