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. 2014 Mar 10;14:41. doi: 10.1186/1472-6874-14-41

Table 2.

Main themes and categories

Main themes Categories
Attitudes toward breast cancer and preventive behaviors
 
 
Beliefs
 
Fears and worries
 
Individual responsibility
Stress management
 
 
Relaxation
 
Positive thinking
 
Prayer
Healthy lifestyle
 
 
Having healthy diets
 
Sufficient exercise
 
Regular assessment of breast health
Perceived social support
 
 
Family and friends
 
Media support
 
Insurance agencies
Barriers
 
 
Individual barriers
  Environmental constraints