Table 3. Spearman Correlations of Breast Cancer Recurrence Risk Reduction Behavior and Beliefs, Worry, and Risk Perception11.
Behavior | Beliefs | Worry | Risk Perception |
---|---|---|---|
Avoid any tobacco use | .22** | -.15* | -.09 |
Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages | .33*** | .07 | -.03 |
Avoid eating meat of any kind | .02 | .10 | .08 |
Eat an average of 5 servings a day of fruits and vegetables | .18* | -.04 | .01 |
Limit food intake to maintain current weight or lose weight | .23** | -.11 | -.16* |
Take vitamin supplements | .40** | -.01 | -.11 |
Take herbal supplements or remedies | .54*** | -.05 | -.11 |
Exercise at least 3 times a week for 20-30 minutes | .23** | .01 | -.01 |
Practice yoga or meditation | .39*** | -.05 | -.11 |
Use relaxation techniques | .43*** | .03 | -.07 |
Receive massage therapy | .26*** | .01 | -.05 |
Pay regularly | .48*** | .07 | -.04 |
See a mental health professional | .26*** | .19** | .14* |
Wear protective clothing when out in the sun | .25*** | .03 | -.04 |
* p < .05; ** p < .01; *** p < .001