Socio-demographic Moderators of Associations Between Psychological Factors and Latinas’ Breast Cancer Screening Behaviors

L. G. Perez, J. P. Elder, J. Haughton, M. E. Martinez, E. M. Arredondo

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Abstract

This study tested whether socio-demographic factors moderated associations between psychological factors and Latinas’ breast cancer screening behaviors. 222 churchgoing Latinas (40–65 years) in San Diego, CA completed surveys assessing socio-demographics (e.g., income and acculturation), psychological factors (e.g., perceived barriers to screening), and cancer screening behaviors. Multilevel models examined associations of socio-demographic and psychological factors (and their interactions) with adherence to annual mammography or clinical breast exam (CBE) screening. Although no main effects were found, there were moderation effects. Acculturation moderated associations between perceived barriers to screening and both screening outcomes, with inverse associations only among the high-acculturation group. Education moderated the relationship between perceived barriers to screening and CBE screening, with an inverse association only among the low-education group. Marital status moderated the relationship between depressive symptoms and CBE screening, with an inverse association only among single/non-partnered participants. Interventions are needed targeting psychological barriers to breast cancer screening among Latinas.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)823-830
Number of pages8
JournalJournal of Immigrant and Minority Health
Volume20
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 1 2018
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Breast cancer
  • Cancer prevention and screening
  • Depression
  • Latino
  • Stress

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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