TABLE I.
Participant demographics
| Demographic category | Total respondents (n) | Responses [n (%)] |
|---|---|---|
| First language | 60 | |
| English | 45 (75) | |
| Other | 15 (25) | |
| Relationship status | 60 | |
| Married or common law | 40 (67) | |
| In relationship or engaged | 4 (7) | |
| Separated or divorced | 7 (12) | |
| Single or never married | 9 (15) | |
| Children | 60 | |
| None | 19 (32) | |
| One | 18 (30) | |
| Two | 21 (35) | |
| Three | 2 (3) | |
| Highest level of education | 61 | |
| University or college undergraduate | 34 (56) | |
| Postgraduate degree | 19 (31) | |
| Trade, vocational diploma, or certification | 2 (3) | |
| High-school diploma | 6 (10) | |
| Place of diagnosis | 60 | |
| Sunnybrook Hospital | 21 (35) | |
| Other | 39 (65) | |
| Location of surgery | 60 | |
| Sunnybrook Hospital | 35 (58) | |
| Other | 25 (42) | |
| Chemotherapy | 60 | |
| Yes | 53 (88) | |
| No | 7 (12) |