World Bank quantifies how authoritarian regimes affect sex life happiness for gay men

The World Bank used survey data to measure factors affecting sex life happiness among European men who have sex with men. It found that living in an authoritarian country, not being in a steady relationship, and experiencing homophobia were linked to lower happiness.

This paper adds more data to the understanding that social and political environments affect personal well-being. It highlights how authoritarian governments can indirectly impact the private lives of their citizens by limiting their ability to be open about their sexuality.