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Age, Depressive Symptoms, and Substance Use Among Men Who Have Sex With Men Living With Hiv

Year: 2017

Type: article

Abstract: Depressive and substance use disorders vary by age, and MSM tend to show higher rates of mental health issues compared to the general population. However, research examining the association between age and mental health among men who have sex with men living with HIV (MSMLH) is lacking. The aim of this study was to determine the association between age, depressive symptoms, and substance use among MSMLH. Data were obtained from 338 MSMLH. Multivariable logistic regression was used to determine the association between age, and being at risk for clinical depression, and substance use. After adjusting for time since diagnosis, compared to MSM 35–49, MSM aged 50+ had 46% lower odds of being at risk for clinical depression (OR: 0.54; 95% CI: 0.31–0.92) and 51% lower odds of substance use (OR: 0.49; 95% CI: 0.27–0.87). Interventions geared towards reducing depressive symptoms and substance use among MSMLH should consider these age differences.

Source: Innovation in Aging

DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igx004.2564

Authors: M.J. Brown, J. Serovich, J.A. Kimberly

Institution: University of South Florida

Language: English

Topic: HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,977