"The Influence of Cultural Factors on High Risk Sexual Behaviors of Hispanic Men who have Sex with Men (MSM)”, Joseph De Santis, PhD, PI

This mixed methods study, funded by the University of Miami's NIH-funded Center for AIDS Research (CFAR), examines the influence of Hispanic cultural factors on risk behaviors and mental health among Hispanic MSM. Participants complete self-report measures of sexual behaviors, acculturation, mental health, substance abuse and violence in Phase I of the study. In Phase II of the study, participants are interviewed to gain perspective on how to incorporate Hispanic culture into risk reduction programs for Hispanic MSM.