An Investigation of Factors Affecting HIV AIDS Voluntary Counseling and Testing by Adolescents in Copperbelt, Luanshya District

Author(s): Bwanga Muma, Dr. Mugundharajan and Dr. Velmurugan

Abstract:

This research aimed to factors influencing HIV/AIDS voluntary counselling and testing of adolescents in Luanshya district of the Copperbelt province of Zambia The research employed correlational research design in order to determine the factors influencing HIV/AIDS voluntary counselling and testing by adolescents in Luanshya district of the Copperbelt province. A sample size of (138) respondents participated in the study and were selected using simple random sampling technique. Primary data obtained from questionnaires was coded using SPSS version 25 and presented using tables and graphs. Chi-square, Pearson’s correlation and regression analysis were the statistical methods employed to answer hypotheses statements and research objectives of the study. The research established that (social demographic factors, personal factors, and health system related factors) have an effect on HIV/AIDS voluntary counselling and testing by adolescents the author recommended that Community-based interventions such as “Know Your Status” campaigns in the district should be strengthened to improve uptake of HIV testing and counselling among adolescents in the district. The author also recommended that Quality assurance training for staff involved in HIV testing and counselling activities should be organize to improve on staff-client relationship to get informed consent of the youth willing to test HIV to test.

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