How Cannabis and Alcohol Use Influence Sexual Behavior Among Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM): A Secondary Data Analysis Using Ecological Momentary Assessment

• Published in: Journal of studies on alcohol and drugs
• Main Authors: Bustamante, Maria J, Palfai, Tibor P, Simons, Jeffrey S, Maisto, Stephen A, Beckius, Brooke Z, Kim, Kawon
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 20.03.2025
• Subjects: alcohol; cannabis; MSM; condomless sex; ecological momentary assessment

Heavy drinking is common among men who have sex with men (MSM) and significantly increases HIV acquisition risk. MSM who report heavy drinking also report higher cannabis use, which has also been associated with sexual behaviors known to elevate HIV transmission risk. Despite evidence of association...