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T A Bush

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PubMed2001

Exploring women's beliefs regarding urinary incontinence.

The purpose of this study was to explore and describe women's beliefs, knowledge, and need for education regarding female urinary incontinence (UI). Findings suggest that almost half of the women surveyed believed UI was normal. A majority believed it is a problem for women, but felt they could not talk about it freely. Most knew professional help was available and indicated they would seek help if incontinent, but expressed a need for more information. They varied in their beliefs regarding the efficacy of various treatment modalities. Implications for nursing practice are discussed.

Adaptation, Psychological↗
PubMed1997

Breastfeeding beliefs of low-income primigravidae.

The purpose of this descriptive study was to elicit salient beliefs regarding breastfeeding in low-income, primigravidae. Open-ended questions were used in taped interviews with 41 pregnant women who intended to breastfeed. Basic content analysis was used to identify recurrent beliefs. Infant health benefits and improved bonding were frequently mentioned advantages; disadvantages included interference with maternal schedule, inability of others to feed infant, and physical discomfort. Family members, husbands/boyfriends, and health care providers were thought to approve of breastfeeding. These findings may facilitate efforts to increase breastfeeding initiation by examining beliefs fostering or inhibiting breastfeeding in this population.

Adolescent↗