Korhonen C, et al. - Factors associated with depressive symptoms and problematic alcohol and other substance use among gay, bisexual, and other MSM (GBMSM) in Kenya were investigated. Information obtained from self-identified GBMSM in three HIV research studies in Kenya revealed an association of transactional sex with hazardous alcohol use. Association of childhood abuse and recent trauma with moderate-to-severe depressive symptoms, hazardous alcohol use, and problematic substance use was also noted. Thereby suggesting the necessity for culturally appropriate services for treatment and prevention of mental health and substance use disorders among GBMSM, in rights-constrained settings, in addition to human rights advocacy to prevent abuse. They recommend including mental health and substance use screening and treatment or referral as an integral part of programs, including HIV prevention and treatment programs, providing services to GBMSM.