ArticleJournal of racial and ethnic health disparities2026
Intersecting Epidemics: Examining the Impact of Internalized Homophobia and Depression Symptoms on HIV Testing Through a Suicide Syndemic Among Young Black Men Who Have Sex with Men.
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- Associations Between Psychosocial Factors and Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Adherence Among Black Men Who Have Sex with Men in Ending the HIV Epidemic Jurisdictions: Findings from Project Adhere.Archives of sexual behavior · 2026Article
- Anticipated discrimination and suicidal behaviors among Black gay and bisexual male adolescents: the moderating role of developmental assets.Child and adolescent psychiatry and mental health · 2026Article
- Developmental assets and mental health among black sexual minority male adolescents: A dominance analysis of depressive symptoms and suicidal behaviors.Journal of research on adolescence : the official journal of the Society for Research on Adolescence · 2026Article
- Anticipated Discrimination and Suicidal Behaviors Among Black Gay and Bisexual Male Adolescents: The Moderating Role of Developmental Assets.Research square · 2026Article
- Assessing a Syndemic of Discrimination, Material Insecurity, Depression, Substance Use, and Violence Among Sexual and Gender Minorities in Nigeria Using Mixed Methods.AIDS and behavior · 2026Article
- Contextual and personal factors as predictors of interpersonal conflict in emerging adult men.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- A qualitative description of HIV testing and healthcare experiences among trans women in Ghanaian urban slums BSGH-012.PLOS global public health · 2024Article
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Abstract
Young Black men who have sex with men (BMSM) in the USA face disproportionate rates of HIV incidence. Mental health vulnerabilities, including depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma, further exacerbate the HIV epidemic among this population. Internalized homophobia, discrimination, and depression contribute to elevated rates of suicidal behavior among young BMSM, which in turn may influence engagement in HIV prevention behaviors, such as HIV testing. However, limited research has examined the interplay among suicidal behaviors, internalized homophobia, depression, and HIV testing among young BMSM. This study utilized syndemic theory to explore the relationships among these factors in a sample of 400 young BMSM ages 18-29. Results indicate alarming rates of suicidal behavior among young BMSM, with significant associations among internalized homophobia, depression symptoms, suicidal behavior, and HIV testing. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted mental health interventions and HIV prevention services tailored to address the unique challenges faced by young BMSM. Comprehensive, multi-level, community-centered interventions are essential to address the syndemics affecting young BMSM, promoting holistic health and well-being while improving outcomes across the HIV prevention continuum.
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