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Self concept and mastectomy.

H M Jenkins

    JOGN Nursing; Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Women aged 40-60 with unilateral mastectomies showed no significant differences in body image or self-concept compared to women without mastectomies. Findings suggest these aspects are stable in later adulthood, regardless of mastectomy status.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Oncology
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Body image and self-concept are crucial aspects of psychological well-being.
    • Mastectomy can potentially impact a woman's body image and self-concept.
    • Understanding these impacts is important for women's health and support.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare body image and self-concept between women who have undergone mastectomy and a control group.
    • To investigate the stability of self-concept and body image in women aged 40-60.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized the Tennessee Self-Concept Scale (TSCS) for assessment.
    • Recruited 23 women aged 40-60 with recent unilateral mastectomies.
    • Included a comparison group of 23 women without mastectomies, matched for age and socioeconomic status.

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    Main Results:

    • No statistically significant differences were found in self-concept or body image between the mastectomy and comparison groups.
    • The combined sample's scores were comparable to established TSCS elderly profiles.
    • Self-concept and body image appear relatively stable in this age group, irrespective of mastectomy.

    Conclusions:

    • Unilateral mastectomy did not significantly alter body image or self-concept in women aged 40-60.
    • Psychological well-being regarding self-perception remains stable for women in this age group, even post-mastectomy.
    • Further research could explore long-term effects or different age demographics.