Understanding the Harms and Benefits of Cancer Screening: A Model of Factors That Shape Informed Decision Making

Conclusions. Even when information is counterintuitive and requires the integration of complex harms and benefits, user-friendly risk communications can facilitate comprehension, improve high-stakes decisions, and promote shared decision making. However, previous beliefs about the effectiveness of screening or strong fears about specific cancers may interfere with comprehension and informed decision making.
Source: Medical Decision Making - Category: Health Management Authors: Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research