ACCEPTANCE OF FAMILY MEMBERS AND THEIR PERCEPTIONS ON HEALTH RELATED EFFECTS AMONG MEN WHO HAVE SEX WITH MEN (MSM) IN AMPHOE MUANG, PHITSANULOK PROVINCE

Authors

  • Ronnapoom Samakkeekarom Faculty of Public Health, Thammasat University, Rangsit center, Pathumthani, THAILAND

Abstract

MSM is a group that faces social inequalities and vulnerabilities from a past perspective. As a result, it is not accepted in society and in family institutions.The objective of this study was to examine the acceptance process of MSM families and their perception of the health effects of their family's adoption. It is a qualitative study. The information was collected through in-depth interviews by 10 MSM informants and their family members. The study found that the family acceptance process starts with the family recognizing MSM by observing behavior, gathering with friends, and exposing oneself over time. Discussion of Understanding Adaptation of expression in MSM behavior and attempts by MSM to express their position in their identity. As a result, the family has a greater awareness and understanding of identity, thus making the family accept. The health impacts of MSM are physical, mental, social and intellectual health.

Keywords: MSM, Family Acceptance, Health Effects

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2024-08-13

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Samakkeekarom, R. (2024). ACCEPTANCE OF FAMILY MEMBERS AND THEIR PERCEPTIONS ON HEALTH RELATED EFFECTS AMONG MEN WHO HAVE SEX WITH MEN (MSM) IN AMPHOE MUANG, PHITSANULOK PROVINCE. Sahasat: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 24(1), 68–85. retrieved from https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/sahasart/article/view/266609

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