Open AccessExploring Iranian Women's Perceptions Regarding Control and Prevention of Breast Cancer
Author(s) -
Eileen Thomas,
Socorro Escandón,
Minoor Lamyian,
Fazlollah Ahmadi,
Sam Mohammad Setoode,
Shokoofe Golkho
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
the qualitative report
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.335
H-Index - 35
ISSN - 2160-3715
DOI - 10.46743/2160-3715/2011.1295
Subject(s) - breast cancer , focus group , qualitative research , medicine , perception , population , breast cancer screening , family medicine , cancer , gynecology , psychology , mammography , environmental health , sociology , social science , neuroscience , anthropology
The purpose of this study was to explore Iranian women's perceptions, behaviors, and beliefs related to breast cancer screening, breast cancer, and follow up care. A qualitative descriptive inquiry with both individual and focus group interviews was conducted in Tehran with 31 Farsi-speaking women, age 35 to 65 years of age. A constant comparison method of analysis assisted the researchers in gaining an understanding of factors that influence Iranian women's perceptions regarding the control and prevention of breast cancer. Findings suggest that insufficient knowledge regarding breast cancer and breast cancer screening is a significant factor among this population. Breast cancer programs are needed in Iran that address women's religious beliefs and spiritual needs.