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Non-adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) remains a significant concern in HIV management, particularlyamong young adults. This study investigates the factors associated with non-adherence to ART among young adultsattending Jinja Regional Referral Hospital in Uganda. Through a cross-sectional study design, 100 participantsmeeting inclusion criteria were consecutively recruited. Socio-demographic, economic, and health-related factorswere examined. Findings revealed that factors such as age, marital status, occupation, level of education, number ofdependents, monthly earnings, distance to health facilities, drug use, disclosure of HIV status, duration on ART, andCD4 count were significantly associated with non-adherence. Notably, younger age, being single, primary level ofeducation, unemployment, longer distance to health facilities, drug use, non-disclosure of HIV status, shorterduration on ART, and higher CD4 counts were linked to higher rates of non-adherence. These findings underscorethe complexity of adherence behavior and highlight the importance of tailored interventions to address diverse socioeconomicand health-related challenges faced by young adults living with HIV.Keywords: Non-adherence,Antiretroviral therapy, Young adu