Although there have been great strides in the prevention, care and treatment of sexually
transmitted infections (STIs, including HIV) in Australia, the increasing trend towards higher
rates of some STIs is of concern, especially reports of higher rates of chlamydia in inner
regional areas. Reasons for these changes are unclear but suggest there is an inconsistent
use of prevention measures and ambivalence towards acting responsibly around sexual
behaviours. Understanding an individual's response to the circumstances or contexts in …