Time use patterns among HIV-infected young adults may have a bearing on functional health outcomes yet it has
not been explored in Zimbabwe. A study was done to determine time use patterns by this group for various occupations
in a typical week day and to identify factors influencing these patterns.
Participants aged 20 to 39 years were consecutively recruited as they attended routine medical check-up in an urban
setting. Data collection from 61 participants was through a structured interview. Ethical clearance was granted and
participation was voluntary.
Major time use was in sleep (39.1%), Instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) (11.3%) and Basic ADL
(11.3%). Gender was the major influencing factor for time use in IADL, social participation, leisure and rest (p< 0.01).
Religion and age-group explained social participation (p < 0.01). There is occupational imbalance, and intervention
programs should be implemented to address the imbalance.