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Table 1 Themes and sub-themes identified by secondary analysis of previous data (phase 1)

From: Development and psychometric testing of a new instrument to measure factors influencing women’s breast cancer prevention behaviors (ASSISTS)

Themes

Sub-themes

Attitudes toward breast cancer and prevention

 

Superstitious beliefs

 

Fatalism

 

Prejudice

 

Worries

 

Feelings of giving up

 

Sense of shame

Capability in breast cancer prevention

 

Motivation for changing behavior

 

Previous positive experiences

 

Self-responsibility

 

Self-esteem

 

Competence and worthiness

Self-care

 

Healthy lifestyle

 

Self-monitoring

 

Positive thinking

 

Relaxation

 

Spirituality

Social support

 

Family and friends support

 

Health care system support

 

Support from government and policy makers

 

Insufficient family support

 

Lack of resources and facilities

 

Weaknesses of strategies and policies

Information seeking

 

Media

 

Public education

 

Intersectional cooperation

 

Interpersonal interactions

 

Inattention to individual needs

 

Stereotypical training

 

Insufficient information