My research objective is to develop a new model of behaviour that incorporates irrational elements that could more efficiently predict the decision making processes that lead to sexual risk taking activities. This behavioural model would equip health professionals and psychologists with a predictive tool allowing them to target the groups who indulge in high risk sexual behaviour, have low or inconsistent condom use and are at risk of having unplanned pregnancies and sexual transmitted diseases.
Current research focuses on sexual behaviour under the influence of alcohol.
I am interested in how alcohol alters decision making and consequently increasing risk taking. Previous projects have investigated general sexual behaviour in a female student population and it's relationship to self-esteem levels and the evaluation of risk in relation to risky sexual behaviour. If you have filled out the Questionnaire then, for your help. Please also help by e-mailing a friend and get then to do the same.