The thesis is based upon tests of a model for predicting condom use. Anticipation of negative emotions following unprotected intercourse was the strongest predictor of intention to use condoms. Interventions which encourage people to consider the emotions they would experience following unprotected intercourse may prove valuable in promoting condom use
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Submitted to the School of Psychology of the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, Deakin University
Supported by the portfolio "Utilizing health psychology through the stages of development."