Citation

Mullens AB, Young RM, Dunne MP, Norton G. Subst. Use Misuse 2011; 46(13): 1642-1650.

Affiliation

School of Psychology and Counselling, Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Queensland University of Technology , Brisbane, Queensland , Australia ; and Sexual Health and HIV Service, Queensland Health , Brisbane, Queensland , Australia.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.3109/10826084.2011.599096

PMID

21793709

Abstract

A measure of perceived reinforcement associated with amyl nitrite was developed and evaluated among gay and bisexual men. This is the first known expectancy measure to date for this drug class. The Amyl Nitrite Expectancy Questionnaire for Men who have Sex with Men (AEQ-MSM) was completed online by 102 gay and bisexual men, between 2006 and 2008 in Queensland, Australia. The AEQ-MSM demonstrated good psychometric properties and was associated with consumption patterns. Factor analysis revealed three distinct reinforcement domains: "Enhanced sexual desire and pleasure," "Disorientation," and "Sexual negotiation." Limitations include sampling via self-selection, recruitment through health centers and self-report data. Implications for sexual activity and risk-taking, including reducing associated harm (e.g., HIV transmission), and future directions are discussed.

Language: en