Psychosocial factors related to cervical screening among Lumbee women

Objective: The present study provides information on factors related to cer vical cancer screening among a sample of Lumbee women. Methods: Data for th e study were obtained as part of a larger project to increase participation of American Indian women in cervical screening. In-person pre-intervention interviews were conducted with 378 women selected to receive the education al program. Results: The results of the analysis of psychosocial factors as sociated with recent cervical screening suggested that the cumulative impac t of several predisposing factors is most predictive of screening. Conclusi on: Educational programs for cervical screening will be most effective if t hey address a variety of psychosocial factors identified through preliminar y assessment of the target population.