Understanding Attitudes About Breast Cancer Screening Among Low-Income Women
Author Information
Author(s): Ann Carroll Klassen, Smith Katherine C, Shariff-Marco Salma, Hee-Soon Juon
Primary Institution: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Hypothesis
How do perceived discrimination and societal views influence attitudes towards breast cancer screening in low-income African-American women?
Conclusion
Women who recognize societal racism and discuss their negative experiences are more motivated to seek breast cancer screening.
Supporting Evidence
- Age, depressive symptoms, and fear of medical research were associated with lower motivation to screen.
- Greater awareness of societal racism positively predicted motivation to screen.
- Women who talked about their experiences with discrimination were more motivated to seek care.
Takeaway
This study found that talking about bad experiences and understanding racism helps women feel more motivated to get checked for breast cancer.
Methodology
The study used survey data from 576 African-American women to explore beliefs and experiences related to racial discrimination and attitudes towards breast cancer screening.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from self-reported data and the specific context of the study population.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal inferences and focuses on a specific demographic in one urban area.
Participant Demographics
Participants were low-income African-American women aged 45 to 93, primarily from East Baltimore.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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