Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing

Open Access Open Access  Restricted Access Subscription Access
Open Access Open Access Open Access  Restricted Access Restricted Access Subscription Access

Understanding MSM & TG Populations:Implications for Strengthening Counseling in Targeted Interventions in Gujarat


Affiliations
1 Department of Human Development and Family Studies, M S University of Baroda, Gujarat, India
     

   Subscribe/Renew Journal


The alarming rate of HIV prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender (TG) populations is a major concern. An improved understanding of experiences of MSM and TG is essential for development of an appropriate therapeutic approach. This paper highlights the unique characteristics of MSM and TG populations, cultural practices, and HIV risk contexts. In order to bring sustainable behavioral changes, counseling in targeted interventions should address distinct risk factors of MSM and TG populations.

Keywords

Counseling, Men who have Sex with Men, Transgender.
Subscription Login to verify subscription
User
Notifications
Font Size


Abstract Views: 344

PDF Views: 1




  • Understanding MSM & TG Populations:Implications for Strengthening Counseling in Targeted Interventions in Gujarat

Abstract Views: 344  |  PDF Views: 1

Authors

Apurva Pandya
Department of Human Development and Family Studies, M S University of Baroda, Gujarat, India

Abstract


The alarming rate of HIV prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender (TG) populations is a major concern. An improved understanding of experiences of MSM and TG is essential for development of an appropriate therapeutic approach. This paper highlights the unique characteristics of MSM and TG populations, cultural practices, and HIV risk contexts. In order to bring sustainable behavioral changes, counseling in targeted interventions should address distinct risk factors of MSM and TG populations.

Keywords


Counseling, Men who have Sex with Men, Transgender.