COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL REPORT STRATEGIES FOR HIV SEXUAL RISK REDUCTION

Unprotected sexual intercourse is the principal means of transmission for HIV; the virus associated with AIDS. In the absence of effective m edical treatment, the modification of sexual behaviour remains the mos t important method of containment. A cognitive behavioural model of ri sky sexual behaviour is described. Intervention strategies suggested b y the model are discussed in some detail. These include a novel proced ure that potentiates state dependent memory effects. Finally, three ca ses are presented in order to underscore key points.