Spirituality and quality of life in women with breast cancer: The role of hope and educational attainment

Sharif, Saeed Pahlevan; Lehto, Rebecca H.; Amiri, Masoud; Ahadzadeh, Ashraf Sadat; Nia, Hamid Sharif; Haghdoost, Ali Akbar; Fomani, Fatemeh Khoshnavay; Goudarzian, Amir Hossein

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“…Higher educational attainment has been known all over the world to be significantly related to women’s awareness of breast cancer [ 33 , 36 – 38 ]. In all these studies, it was shown that women’s educational status increased their awareness and the chance of using screening services [ 13 , 33 , 36 – 38 ]. Women of higher educational status can read and comprehend health-related information compared to the non-educated women.…”

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Factors associated with awareness of breast cancer among women of reproductive age in Lesotho: a national population-based cross-sectional survey

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Background Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer mortality and a major public health problem. The growing number of breast cancer-related deaths has been largely attributed to a lack of awareness of the disease among women. Whilst there have been frequent campaigns promoting breast cancer awareness, evidence suggests that women still lack awareness. Therefore, this study assessed the prevalence and factors associated with the awareness of breast cancer among women of reproductive age in Lesotho. Methods We used population-based cross-sectional data from the 2014 Lesotho Demographic and Health survey. A total of 6,620 women of reproductive age were included in the analysis. The outcome variable was awareness of breast cancer. Women who heard about breast cancer were considered to be aware of the disease. Multilevel binary logistic regression models were fitted to determine the factors associated with breast cancer awareness among women. Results The level of awareness of breast cancer was 86.8% (95% CI: 85.5, 87.9). Women aged 45–49 years [adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 2.87, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.83, 4.48], married women [AOR = 1.51 (95% CI: 1.19, 1.93)], and women with higher educational level [AOR = 12.56, (95% CI: 4.35, 36.28)] were more likely to be aware of breast cancer. Additionally, women who listened to the radio at least once a week [AOR = 1.96, (95% CI: 1.63, 2.37)], those who read newspapers or magazines [AOR = 1.91 (95% CI: 1.48, 2.46)] and women in the wealthiest group [AOR = 2.55, (95% CI: 1.67, 3.89)] had higher odds of breast cancer awareness. However, women who were in rural areas were less likely [AOR = 0.63, (95% CI: 0.47, 0.84)] to be aware of breast cancer than those in urban areas. Conclusion The level of awareness of breast cancer among women of reproductive age in Lesotho was extremely low. We recommend that policymakers, clinicians, and public health practitioners should consider the factors identified in this study when designing and developing intervention programs to improve the awareness of breast cancer among women in Lesotho.

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Factors associated with awareness of breast cancer among women of reproductive age in Lesotho: a national population-based cross-sectional survey

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“…There is an assumption that believing in “spiritual life” can reduce the fear of facing death ( Bower et al, 2015 ; Puchalski et al, 2018 ; Garduño-Ortega et al, 2021 ). While China is not a religious country, many Chinese people are spiritual and incorporate Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism into their daily lives ( Huang and You, 2015 ; Pahlevan Sharif et al, 2021 ). The study illustrated by the MBC women participants’ deep reflection on the value of life arose from their experience of the misery inflicted by their cancer journey, a source of inner strength and peacefulness.…”

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A Qualitative Study on Coping Strategies of Chinese Women With Metastatic Breast Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy

Guo

You

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Front. Psychol.

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ObjectivesWomen who underwent chemotherapy (CT) for metastatic breast cancer (MBC) used both adaptive and maladaptive coping strategies but had low implementation levels. The present study explores the qualitative experience of coping strategies for women with MBC undergoing CT in Beijing.MethodsA hermeneutic phenomenological approach was employed on twenty Chinese MBC women undergoing CT. These interviews were transcribed verbatim, coded using thematic analysis, and analyzed using NVivo 11.ResultsThree themes are highlighted: Maintaining hope; Spiritual growth, and Self-perceived support resources.ConclusionThe present study results have led to a greater understanding of the tremendous impact of CT on MBC women’s lives. This research provides insight into the scope of maintaining hope. Spiritual growth and self-perceived support resources were crucial factors to coping strategies among MBC women to improve their quality of life.Clinical RelevanceBy attaining the adaptive coping strategies and further understanding about Chinese MBC women, health care professionals are encouraged to appraise MBC women’s specific problems and adopt effective interventions to improve MBC women’s psychosocial wellbeing.

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“…Considering the high cost of these reconstructive surgeries and implanting internal prostheses, women who turn to these methods have a better financial status, which supports our previous finding. Perceived body image influences participants' perceptions of concepts such as spirituality and hope [ 31 ].…”

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Examining the Psychometric Properties of the Farsi Version of the Body Image Scale for Breast Cancer Survivors

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Olyaie²,

Payandeh³

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Indian J Gynecol Oncolog

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Background Mastectomy as a surgical treatment in women with breast cancer causes a change in their body image due to the loss of femininity and body integrity, decreased sense of sexual attractiveness, and dissatisfaction with the presence of surgical scars. The present study was conducted to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Farsi version of the body image scale for breast cancer survivors. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted on 204 women with a mastectomy referred to Kermanshah's surgery and oncology office in 2021. Face and content validity were evaluated qualitatively. Construct validity was evaluated by exploratory factor analysis (with maximum likelihood and Promax rotation) and confirmatory factor analysis. Cronbach’s alpha and McDonald’s omega coefficients were used to verify internal consistency. Results The mean age of the participants was 46.57 (SD = 9.47). One factor was extracted that explained 46.56% of the total variance of body image. The factor load of the items varied between 0.561 and 0.801. The results of CFA also showed that the final model has a perfect fit: CMIN = 20.931; DF = 13; CMIN/FD = 1.610; p = 0.074; GFI = 0.972; AGFI = 0.939; IFI = 0.985; CFI = 0.985; TLI = 0.975; PNFI = 0.595; PCFI = 0.610; RMSEA = 0.055. internal consistency based on Cronbach's alpha and McDonald's omega coefficients was 0.856 and 0.861, respectively. Conclusion The Farsi version of the body image scale for breast cancer survivors has good construct validity and may be used in various studies in clinical and research settings.

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Spirituality and quality of life in women with breast cancer: The role of hope and educational attainment

Cited by 33 publications

References 58 publications

Factors associated with awareness of breast cancer among women of reproductive age in Lesotho: a national population-based cross-sectional survey

Factors associated with awareness of breast cancer among women of reproductive age in Lesotho: a national population-based cross-sectional survey

A Qualitative Study on Coping Strategies of Chinese Women With Metastatic Breast Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy

Examining the Psychometric Properties of the Farsi Version of the Body Image Scale for Breast Cancer Survivors

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