Abstract
The present study examined and compared the profiles, demographics and mental health characteristics of male street prostitutes (MSPs) in Dublin, Ireland and San Francisco, USA. A total of twenty-three participants were recruited using a non-random direct approach and a snowball sampling technique. Participants took part in a semi-structured interview. Analysis revealed that, in both cities, the principal predisposing factor for entry into male street-based prostitution was drug addiction, with childhood abuse and early school leaving also reported to act as contributing factors. Several differences were observed, particularly in relation to family circumstances, sexual orientation, access to support and experience of violence. Participants also completed the Beck Depression Inventory, Beck Scale for Suicidal Ideation, Drug Assessment Screening Test, CAGE questionnaire and Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory. Results showed statistically significant higher levels of depression amongst the Dublin MSPs compar...
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