Sexual Relationships, Behaviors, and Experiences among Bisexual Men in Mumbai, India

Int J Sex Health. 2016 Jan 1;28(1):70-84. doi: 10.1080/19317611.2015.1116482. Epub 2015 Dec 15.

Abstract

This exploratory study aimed to assess a range of sexual behaviors, relationships and related factors among a sample of bisexual men in Mumbai, India. Data collection occurred in two separate phases: 1. focus group discussions were facilitated with local community members in order to finalize an interviewer-administered questionnaire, and 2. structured interviews were conducted with a sample of 50 bisexual men using this questionnaire. Participants self-reported a wide range of sexual behaviors and relationships. Findings have implications for future research and practice focusing on bisexual men in India, as well as their partners of all genders.

Keywords: Bisexual; India; Men Who Have Sex with Both Men and Women (MSMW); Mumbai; Sexual Behavior.