ArticleJournal of racial and ethnic health disparities2025
The "Strong Black Woman" Paradox: Insights from a Cohort of Black Breast and Ovarian Cancer Patients and Family Members.
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backgroundThe strong Black woman (SBW) stereotype can be seen as a positive view of Black women and even a standard to uphold. SBW internalization is a coping mechanism for dealing with racism and sexism. However, multiple recent studies have indicated that Black women in the modern era experience the paradox of SBW internalization having negative generational health effects. We interviewed Black women with a personal or relation diagnosis of breast or ovarian cancer to understand their views and experiences, including how the perception of the SBW stereotype influenced their care.
methodsQualitative semi-structured interviews were conducted via telephone or video conference and transcribed verbatim. Transcripts were qualitatively analyzed for iterative themes related to cancer care and psychosocial support.
resultsSixty-one Black women completed an interview. Responses in multiple transcripts expressed experiences and sentiments consistent with the SBW stereotype, including the importance of maintaining the appearance of strength during their cancer journey. This resulted in some patients declining assistance during their cancer journeys. Participants shared a hope that there would be more willingness to show vulnerability so that future generations of cancer patients receive adequate support. Key aspects of the SBW stereotype were also cited as potential contributors to ongoing racial disparities in breast and ovarian cancer outcomes. CONCLUSION(S): Participants described a paradox of the SBW stereotype that is ultimately detrimental to health and wellbeing. Healthcare professionals and cancer researchers should be aware of this phenomenon to address cancer care more appropriately in Black women.
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