%0 Journal Article
%T A concept analysis of young adults; Perception of HIV Counselling and Testing
%A Mashudu Davhana-Maselesele
%A Patrone Rebecca Risenga
%J -
%D 2017
%X Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate perceptions of young adults regarding HIV Counselling and Testing (HCT) and the factors contributing to either negative or positive perceptions towards the programme. This article is a report of a concept analysis of young adults' perceptions of HCT that were collected during the study.
%K Perception forms the core of HIV Counselling and Testing (HCT) use by young adults
%K because it is from these perceptions that young adults will decide to follow an HCT programme or not
%K depending on how they perceive the programme. HCT as an entry point in HIV and AIDS services should be accessible and young adults' perceptions towards the programme be promoted in order to assist them to develop positive perceptions towards the programme
%K which will enhance its uptake.
%U https://www.ajol.info/index.php/hsa/article/view/159808