It examines how 'risky' health-related practices including condomless sex and the use of illicit drugs might be legitimate ways of performing self-care and pursuing well-being. This thesis presents a new approach to the health issues gay and queer men face. Despite sustained public health efforts internationally, many of these issues continue to disproportionately affect members of the gay community. Gay and queer men tend to experience higher rates of mental health issues, STIs/HIV, suicide, substance dependency, and poor well-being than other demographics.
