| Title | Internalized homophobia and reduced HIV testing among men who have sex with men in China. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2014 |
| Authors | Pyun, Thomas, Glenn-Milo Santos, Sonya Arreola, Tri Do, Pato Hebert, Jack Beck, Keletso Makofane, Patrick A. Wilson, and George Ayala |
| Journal | Asia-Pacific journal of public health / Asia-Pacific Academic Consortium for Public Health |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pagination | 118-25 |
| Date Published | 2014 Mar |
| ISSN | 1941-2479 |
| Keywords | Adult, China, Health Care Surveys, Health Services Accessibility, HIV Infections, Homophobia, Homosexuality, Male, Humans, Male, Mass Screening |
| Abstract | Although previous research has examined barriers and facilitators of HIV testing among men who have sex with men (MSM) in China, few studies have focused on social factors, including homophobia and internalized homophobia. This study utilized data from a global online survey to determine correlates of HIV testing as part of a subanalysis focused on Chinese MSM. Controlling for age, HIV knowledge, number of sexual partners, and other covariates, ever having tested for HIV was significantly correlated with lower internalized homophobia. This study suggests that stigma associated with sexual orientation may serve as a barrier to participation in HIV testing and other health-promoting behaviors. |
| DOI | 10.1177/1010539514524434 |
| Alternate Journal | Asia Pac J Public Health |
