Research Article

Perceived Stigma and Fear of Unintended Disclosure are Barriers in Medication Adherence in Adolescents with Perinatal HIV in Botswana: A Qualitative Study

Table 2

Emergent themes and subthemes.

ThemeSubthemeCategories

FacilitatorsLiving arrangementsSupport
Clinic companion
Treatment reminders
Understanding the benefits of ART
Fear of getting sick and dying
Making ART a part of daily life

BarriersLack of transport moneyHousehold level
Treatment side effectsClinic level
Clash between school and treatment scheduleSchool level
Fear of stigma and discriminationPersonal level