Between The Covers Issue THREE / December 2020

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THE DEAL WITH ALCOHOL AND SEX

For many gay and bisexual men, and all men who have sex with men, drinking and the venues that serve alcohol, can be a big part of our culture. Heading out for a drink offers the possibility to socialise, meet up with friends and potentially hook up with new guys for sex. Alcohol lowers our inhibitions, making us feel more relaxed, which can contribute to a fun night out. Of course, sometimes it can go too far – it can affect our judgement and lead us to making bad choices.


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