Supporting young people living with HIV
HIV programming and best practice
Case studies: Supporting young people with HIV
These case studies are here to help health practitioners and others working with young people. They're designed to help you think through the best way to engage young people living with HIV to support their health and wellbeing.
It's important to think about how you talk to young people, not only the words used but also body language and tone of voice. Each case study shows a right and wrong way to approach a common situation when working with young people living with HIV. Do you recognise yourself in these scenarios?
These case studies model the right and wrong way to approach these situations.
How to talk to a young person with HIV
Aisha is a 17-year-old who has been referred to the clinic for HIV treatment after testing positive.
How to talk about U=U with young people
Abbo, a 21-year-old sex worker, has been on HIV treatment for three months. She's heard about U=U and asks the nurse about it.
How to talk to a young person not adhering to HIV treatment
Charles was born with HIV. He has been finding it difficult to adhere to his treatment after moving into adult care.
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