“…To determine adherence, different methods are being used such as self-report, interview, pharmacy record, pill count and viral load monitoring. Several studies has reported factors related to non-adherence of ART treatment such as lack of family support, depression and confusion (Tjituka et al, 2013 ), stigma and discrimination, spiritual beliefs ,forget to take medication (Bauleth, 2016),side effects of medication (Demeke and Chanie , 2014) and workplace factors (Reda&Biadgilign, 2012). Furthermore, socio-economic factors such as alcohol abuse and transport costs, health related factors such as long waiting times and health professionals' negative attitudes were also reported as factors contributing to non-adherence of ART treatment (Bauleth, 2013).…”