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The site is a database-driven site. The materials on the site were extensively pre-tested with users and their feedback used to modify and improve the site. It contains four main types of material:
1. Basic information pages which aim to provide up-to-date information on sexual health problems, what causes them, how they are treated and where to get help for them. One of our key objectives has
been accessibility, the provision of information which is not patronising but which is easily read by people who may not read very well, or whose first language is not English.
2. Practical advice. We wanted to go beyond simple information to offer the sort of direct advice which people need. For instance the site advises on the best way to tell partners, including advice on
what to say, on cutting down on drink and on self-help for mood problems based on CBT approaches.
3. e-learning. The site uses e-learning methods including flash videos and scenarios patients can follow through, making choices and looking at different possible outcomes.
4. Interactive modules. These are databased modules which use branching, text substitution and multimedia to collect information from patients about their risks and to help them generate tailor-made
plans to reduce risk. What the patient sees on their screen differs according to what responses they give. The system mimics the sort of interaction a skilled CBT therapist might have with a patient.
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