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Against the background of an upward trend in newly diagnosed HIV infections and the increasing importance of heterosexual HIV transmission in Europe and Switzerland, the theory of planned behaviour has been tested and extended in a prospective study on condom use in a community sample of heterosexual men. Nine hundred eighty-two Swiss men between the ages of 25 and 65 were surveyed using standardised questionnaires in two computer-assisted telephone interviews. The theory of planned behaviour proved to be able to predict condom use in sexual encounters with new and casual partners. Condom use was predicted by intention. Perceived behavioural control and attitude were significant predictors of intention, whereas the subjective norm was not. Thus, in line with other studies, the present study highlighted the somewhat limited explanatory power of the theory. By adding the socio-cultural variable "somatic culture" to the model, the proportion of explained variance of intention was increased from 36 to 45 per cent. In light of these findings, prevention efforts should be more differentiated and specific in order to meet the specificities of the different types of somatic culture of the men they are targeting.Keywords Condom use . HIV/AIDS . Theory of planned behaviour . Somatic culture . Heterosexual men Background

Purpose: This article focuses on occupation and employment after basic vocational training for people with cognitive disabilities. The aim is to reveal supporting and hindering factors of different forms of workplace integration as perceived by those with disabilities. Method: Both quantitative and qualitative methods were used, consisting of an easy-to-read questionnaire completed by 412 graduates of practical vocational training, and in-depth interviews with 27 graduates. Results: The key findings show that workplace integration of people with disabilities takes place through a combination of various factors and materialises in different ways in terms of workplace, employment status, activity and further perspectives. Our findings suggest that supporting and accompanying people with disabilities in their work activities should always take into account both their desire for self-determination and their dependence on structural conditions.

Purpose This paper aims to provide an overview of the history, current status and future challenges for intellectual disability (ID) policy and practice in Switzerland. Design/methodology/approach Following a review of the literature, academics in the field of ID in Switzerland reflect on critical issues. Findings The implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) has resulted in the move from institutions to more flexible and individualised, community-based support services. Originality/value This paper describes a Western-European country facing the challenges of deinstitutionalisation to become an inclusive society due to directions given by the CRPD.

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