title: Maintenance of open gay relationships: some strategies for protection against HIV.
abstract: The role of sexual exclusivity (monogamy) in relation to HIV, and the use of rule making in non-exclusive (open) relationships, are discussed. Data from interviews with 387 homosexually active men are presented. The most common sexual/relational configuration amongst these men is that of open relationships. Sexual non-exclusivity was found to be associated with longer relationships, and a greater age difference between partners. The strategies some of these men are using to maintain sexually non-exclusive relationships are outlined. These rules pertain both to interpersonal dynamics and HIV prevention. Differing epidemiological significance of the rules and some implications for health education are discussed.
authors: South Bank University, London, UK.
authors: F C
authors: FC
authors: Hickson
authors: P M
authors: PM
authors: Davies
authors: A J
authors: AJ
authors: Hunt
authors: P
authors: P
authors: Weatherburn
authors: T J
authors: TJ
authors: McManus
authors: A P
authors: AP
authors: Coxon
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D017280:Condoms; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006716:Homosexuality / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012725:Sexual Behavior