The theory of masculinity in studies on HIV. A systematic review.
Glob Public Health
; 14(5): 601-620, 2019 05.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-29972098
ABSTRACT
This study aimed to describe the methodological characteristics of publications on HIV and masculinity, to identify possible information gaps and determine the main thematic areas. A systematic review was conducted of gender, masculinity, HIV infection and other sexually-transmitted infections in original articles published between 1992 and 2015. Original studies published from Pubmed and Scopus were included. A total of 303 articles were identified, of which 187 were selected. Most of the studies were qualitative and the most widely used technique was the interview. Twenty-nine-point five percent of studies were performed in South Africa, 20.8% in the USA, and 3.2% in Europe. Fifteen percent of the studies were performed in heterosexuals, 12.8% in men who have sex with men, and 60% did not specify the sexual orientation of the population. Eight thematic areas were defined, the most frequent being sexuality and risk behaviours, defined by men's need to demonstrate they were sexually active and a breadwinner. Most studies on HIV and masculinity show a gender bias by not specifying the sexual identity of the population. Studies should consider diversity in sexual and cultural identity in different contexts, including in Europe, to carry out more effective HIV interventions from a masculinity perspective.
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
HIV Infections
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Masculinity
Type of study:
Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
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Systematic_reviews
Limits:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Language:
En
Journal:
Glob Public Health
Journal subject:
SAUDE PUBLICA
Year:
2019
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Spain