Chemsex: origins of the word, a history of the phenomenon and a respect to the culture
- Author:
- STUART David
- Journal article citation:
- Drugs and Alcohol Today, 19(1), 2019, pp.3-10.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The purpose of this paper is to clarify the origins, use and meaning of the term “chemsex”. Design/methodology/approach: The approach used here is one born of personal experiences and reflection. Findings: The term chemsex has a definition and a purpose that promotes culturally competent care for a marginalized group of vulnerable people. Research limitations/implications: This is a qualitative, personal, point-of-view piece which may be of value in broadening understandings and responses amongst public health and academic activities. Practical implications: The findings can be used to develop a sense of community and support amongst men who have sex with men in a chemsex setting, and to provide some background and context for professionals working in this field. Originality/value: This paper is amongst the first, if not the first, of its nature to be published in an academic journal. (Publisher abstract)
- Subject terms:
- stigma, drug misuse, LGBT people, gay men, sexual behaviour, traumas, sexuality, vulnerable adults;
- Location(s):
- England
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Journal home page - DOI:
- 10.1108/DAT-10-2018-0058
- ISSN online:
- 1745-9265
- ISSN print:
- 1475 0384