He chemsex or, what is the same, intentional use of drugs for sexual intercourse This is not something new. This has been a widespread practice in some specific circles since the 1990s. However, it did not disappear along with campaigns to raise awareness about drugs and sexually transmitted infections, but continued and even included new methods such as: slamsex.
This is a form of chemsex, which mainly involves the introduction of appropriate drugs through entered route. Thus, these substances enter the blood much faster and high It’s almost instantaneous.
But the risk is also immediate. And chemsex in general and slamsex in particular are dangerous because of two very specific risks. Firstly, because of the normal risks associated with drug use. Moreover, since these drugs often disinhibit and reduce risk perceptiontherefore, its use is usually accompanied by dangerous practices such as unprotected sex.
From chemsex to slamsex
In the 1990s, chemsex began to spread among men who had sex with other men. It became fashionable because it allowed those who practiced it to have much more intense and longer sex sessionswhich sometimes lasted several days. In addition, they often involved several people who claimed that they would form much stronger bonds if sex was accompanied by drug use.
All this has not changed. Chemsex is still practiced today, and by the equation, dating apps. In them, those who practice it usually use very specific slang to show their interest, while the algorithm does not detect apologies for drugs. For example, as explained in Talk psychologist Alberto Vargas Guerrerouse candy emojis in relation to drugs or include abbreviations such as HnH (High and Horny), PnP (Party and Play) or T (Tina). The latter is the code name commonly given to methamphetamine, one of the most commonly used drugs in chemsex in general and slamsex in particular.
Besides the addition of dating apps to the equation, other methods have been added in recent years that make everything much more dangerous. One of them, as we have already seen, was the emergence of slamsex. No drugs were initially administered. On the other hand, new drugs have been included. Almost any substance for recreational use It can be found in a place or home where chemsex is performed.
Is this practiced only by men?
Chemsex and slamsex by definition are practices performed only men having sex with other men. This doesn’t mean there aren’t heterosexual women and men who use drugs during sex. In fact, it’s quite common in some swinger circles. However, in gay community It has very specific characteristics, including the aforementioned slang, the type of apps used, or the frequent practice of group sex in this context.
It should be clear that this is not something that all men who have sex with other men do. They shouldn’t be demonized for this. Moreover, even those who do are still victims who must be protected. That’s why we study which populations are at risk. Give them special attention, especially from the health side.
What are the consequences of slamsex?
Slamsex is a fashionable chemsex because of the speed of its effects. The most consumed drugs are methamphetamine and mephedrone. Both are amphetamines with enormous psychoactive potency. This means they produce effects such as euphoria, increased energy and greater ability to communicate. Therefore, it would be ideal to stop being ashamed of having sexual relations with strangers. Especially in a group. Moreover, by providing so much energy, these drugs allow sex to last longer.
All of this can be positive. But, logically, the negative has much more weight. Both drugs can increase heart rate to dangerous levels, they cause excessive sweating, which can lead to dehydrationespecially if they are combined with other substances, such as alcohol. They also cause harm to the nervous system and, of course, are highly addictive. All this without forgetting that the disinhibition they promote contributes to certain risk practice which contribute to the spread of sexually transmitted infections.
If it’s all done by injection, as is the case with slamsex, it’s even more alarming. This is why so many experts are concerned about the spread of this practice. Awareness-raising efforts need to be strengthened and health workers trained to identify possible indicators of their practices. There is nothing wrong with group sex or sex with strangers as long as there is consent and appropriate arrangements are made. The problem is that slamsex is the opposite of appropriate. We must do everything possible to ensure that it ends in oblivion once and for all.
Source: Hiper Textual
