Psychopathy & Technical Divers: How Adaptive Psychopathic Traits Benefit Divers
Elite technical divers with positive psychopathic traits excel underwater. Discover why these adaptive traits are advantageous for divers.
Andy Davis Sidemount Technical Wreck Diving Blog
Articles for beginner to expert scuba divers
Andy Davis Sidemount Technical Wreck Diving Blog
Articles for beginner to expert scuba divers
Andy Davis
Passionate scuba educator, technical sidemount diving fanatic and wreck diving explorer. RAID, PADI, TecRec, SSI and BSAC qualified technical diving instructor. Subic Bay, Philippines. Former Royal Air Force officer.
The Passion for Scuba Diving: Dopamine Hits vs. Serotonin Satisfaction
Learn how dopamine & serotonin reward mechanisms shape our enjoyment of scuba diving; impacting diver safety, proficiency & active participation.
Shearwater Dive Computer Settings: A Guide to Gradient Factors
An illustrated guide to getting the best out of your Shearwater dive computer settings. Don't be intimidated by the advanced display options!
Overconfidence in Scuba Diving: The Psychology of Diver Hubris
The psychology of diving overconfidence exposed. Learn how you are predisposed to overestimating your ability & how that lowers your safety.
Undeserved Bends: The Facts and the Myths of Unexplained DCS Hits
Unexplained DCS hits can leave divers puzzled. Dive into the facts and myths of undeserved bends to understand and mitigate your DCI risks.
The Truth About Diving Emergency SAC Rates
Are you underestimating your dive emergency SAC rates? Studies reveal far higher gas consumption than you'd expected!
CCR Review: Testing the Liberty Sidemount, KISS Sidewinder & Triton
Explore top CCR choices for 2024! Dive into Liberty Sidemount, KISS Sidewinder & Triton review by technical diving expert Lu "Yen" Rispoli.