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Themes regarding the perceived causes of SD were: (1) biopsychosocial challenges across the lifespan, including aging, physical health (e.g. hormonal\/cardiovascular problems), adverse life events and mental health problems; (2) living with HIV (in terms of HIV diagnosis and stigma) and concerns about antiretroviral therapy side-effects; and (3) gay sexual culture, which encompassed challenges in navigating expectations, relational\/sexual ambivalence, and combining sex and drugs. Themes related to the impacts of SD included: (1) negative emotions (e.g. frustration, low self-esteem); (2) relational strain; and (3) adaptation (e.g. prioritizing intimacy over sex alone).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Findings highlight the multifaceted experience of SD among GBM with HIV. 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