@article{2017,title={ESTABLISHMENT OF ANXIETY SCALE FOR BREAST CANCER BY QUALITATIVE INTERVIEW METHOD},abstractNode={Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer among women which causes complicated emotional processes (Tuncer, 2008). The goal of this study is to define anxiety among patients with breast cancer and to create an Anxiety Scale Regarding Breast Cancer by specifying the factors which creates anxiety using the qualitative interview method . 34 women diagnosed with breast cancer were included in the study. Data collection tools were socio-demographic questionnaire prepared by the researcher and the information obtained by the problem -centered qualitative interview method (Witzel, 2000). The semi–structured interview method, “problem-centered interview (PCI)“ is used. Interviews are analyzed by circular deconstruction method . As a result of the analysis, common issues related to women’s breast cancer experiences are revealed . The qualitative interviews resulted in a table consisting of repetitive phrases used by the patients. The table consists of 21 phrases including topics such as; image of femininity, sexuality, family and motherhood, fear of death and future; feelings of guilt and self-esteem. The table which is achieved as an outcome of the study, is required to be filled by at least 200 patients then a factor analysis should be conducted and made into a scale. This study is not sufficient for generalisation, however, it forms a basis for further research. Application of such a scale at oncology services will enable the patients who need psychological support to be directed to essential places urgently.},author={Enil AFŞAROĞLU EREN},year={2017},journal={The Journal of Academic Social Science}}