Diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer affects women physically as well as
psychologically. There are many obvious and real factors that are related to psychological …

Body image is an essential aspect of femininity. Body image disturbances occurring due to
breast cancer pose a difficult challenge, which can impact the quality of life of breast cancer …

This study examines the process of dyadic coping among couples who are managing stress
related to a partner's breast cancer diagnosis and identifies cultural factors that affect how …

Background: Breast cancer is a completely heterogeneous disease caused by interaction of
factors, such as genetic and environmental risks leading to a progressive accumulation of …

Breasts are a symbol of femininity, sexuality and maternity and therefore play a role in the
way breast cancer is perceived by society. Goffman in 1963 sees stigma such as arising out …

Research in the field of psycho-oncology examines the host of psycho-social factors that are
likely to have a bearing on overall health and well being of cancer patients and their …

With the present work, we reviewed literature exploring breast cancer and body image and
invoked this synthesis as a platform from which to develop (a) theoretical applications for …

Many surgical and medical treatments have the potential to alter appearance. However,
whereas some seek to improve appearance, for example, cosmetic surgery or hormonal …

Background The Self-Image Scale is a self-report measure originally developed for use in
women with cancer. Two subscales assess appearance satisfaction (self-acceptance) and …

Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. It jeopardizes different
aspects of individual health including mental health. The aim of the study was to evaluate …