Alcohol drives high risk sex, says PSI

A 2007/8 biennial report by Population Services International (PSI) reports that heavy drinkers are more likely to have multiple partners. They are also unlikely to use condoms.

The report says that whilst alcohol and substance abuse do not play a direct role in HIV transmission, they are both associated with high-risk sexual behaviour due to reduced inhibitions and diminished risk perception.

PSI said that they have an HIV and alcohol project which aims to develop responsible drinking habits and promote safer sexual behaviour while drinking to prevent the spread of HIV in Botswana.

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