So boys...you all having safe sex?

[steroid.com 1]

This study blew me away just based on it focus; but it's interesting nonetheless. There are some Doc's out there that won't prescribe Test to HIV+ men because they think increase test levels will enhance promiscuous behavior...LOL.

Guess not...

ABSTRACT
Introduction.  Higher testosterone (T) is tied to risk-taking, especially in financial domains but also in health domains relevant to acquiring sexually transmitted infections (STIs). However, safer sex constructs could themselves carry the possibility of “social risk” due to sexual stigma or embarrassment, or could involve boldness or confidence because they could represent status displays of frequent sexual activity.

Aim.  To determine how T and behaviorally relevant attitudes about sexual risk-taking are linked, to better understand biopsychosocial aspects of sexual health related to STIs.

Methods.  In 78 first-year male college students, we examined correlations between salivary T and behaviorally relevant safer sex attitudes assessed via questionnaires.

Main Outcome Measures.  T, via saliva; safer sex attitudes, via a composite and the University of California, Los Angeles Multidimensional Condom Attitudes Scale (MCAS).

Results.  Higher T was significantly correlated with higher scores on the following: safer sex likelihood composite, r(73) = 0.33, P = 0.003; the MCAS safer sex resilience, r(32) = 0.36, P = 0.037; and the MCAS condom purchase comfort, r(32) = 0.37, P = 0.031. Associations between T and safer sex likelihood and resilience were still robust after controlling for potential confounds, though the association between T and purchase comfort diminished to a trend.

Conclusions.  Higher T was positively linked with safer sex attitudes, especially those most closely tied to STI risk avoidance. Thus, future research and interventions for STI prevention should address the possibility that safer sex may be paradoxically perceived as a “bold” or “risky” choice even as it decreases STI risk. van Anders SM, Goldey KL, Conley TD, Snipes DJ, and Patel DA. Safer sex as the bolder choice: Testosterone is positively correlated with safer sex behaviorally relevant attitudes in young men. J Sex Med **;**:**–**.

[JohnnyVegas]

I think the docs are using ridiculous reasoning, and the study does have a surprising, counterintuitive result. Good find!

I am sure Test would lead to more risky, promiscuous behavior in me if I was not madly in love with my wife. I also know that when my levels are higher, my standards are lower.

[The Bishop]

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[yannick35]

Been with GF for over 7 years now, no need for safe sex heheheh

[APIs]

IDK, there's probably a lot of stats missing from this study. While I've had ample opportunity, I certainly wouldnt risk all that I have for a simple romp with some woman on the side...lol whut did I just say?

[Black]

Been with GF for over 7 years now, no need for safe sex heheheh

Not trying to be a dick, but why not? I hear a lot of people say this. It seems the longer you are with someone, you are immune to STDs or pregnancy?

[flatscat]

This study blew me away just based on it focus; but it's interesting nonetheless. There are some Doc's out there that won't prescribe Test to HIV+ men because they think increase test levels will enhance promiscuous behavior...LOL.

Guess not...

ABSTRACT
Introduction.  Higher testosterone (T) is tied to risk-taking, especially in financial domains but also in health domains relevant to acquiring sexually transmitted infections (STIs). However, safer sex constructs could themselves carry the possibility of “social risk” due to sexual stigma or embarrassment, or could involve boldness or confidence because they could represent status displays of frequent sexual activity.

Aim.  To determine how T and behaviorally relevant attitudes about sexual risk-taking are linked, to better understand biopsychosocial aspects of sexual health related to STIs.

Methods.  In 78 first-year male college students, we examined correlations between salivary T and behaviorally relevant safer sex attitudes assessed via questionnaires.

Main Outcome Measures.  T, via saliva; safer sex attitudes, via a composite and the University of California, Los Angeles Multidimensional Condom Attitudes Scale (MCAS).

Results.  Higher T was significantly correlated with higher scores on the following: safer sex likelihood composite, r(73) = 0.33, P = 0.003; the MCAS safer sex resilience, r(32) = 0.36, P = 0.037; and the MCAS condom purchase comfort, r(32) = 0.37, P = 0.031. Associations between T and safer sex likelihood and resilience were still robust after controlling for potential confounds, though the association between T and purchase comfort diminished to a trend.

Conclusions.  Higher T was positively linked with safer sex attitudes, especially those most closely tied to STI risk avoidance. Thus, future research and interventions for STI prevention should address the possibility that safer sex may be paradoxically perceived as a “bold” or “risky” choice even as it decreases STI risk. van Anders SM, Goldey KL, Conley TD, Snipes DJ, and Patel DA. Safer sex as the bolder choice: Testosterone is positively correlated with safer sex behaviorally relevant attitudes in young men. J Sex Med **;**:**–**.

funny stuff - guess there is no need for sex education - just make sure every male is in the upper range and all is good.

I personally don't buy into this.

[Times Roman]

You tell me?

Does NO sex = Safe Sex? =(

[zaggahamma]

You tell me?

Does NO sex = Safe Sex? =(

safe but not safe sex

duhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[Times Roman]

safe but not safe sex

duhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

damn, that's what I was thinking too

(afghanistan sucks!)

[zaggahamma]

damn, that's what I was thinking too

(afghanistan sucks!)

i always thought middle eastern women were H O T!!!!!!!

[kelkel]

Burka Babes^?

[zaggahamma]

Burka Babes^?

u bet

[RZGP]

safe what?...gf of 3 years, im safe as far as i know:/

[ConArmas]

Nope. I am fixed, and happily married!