Asians & Asian Americans
- These groups are less likely to have prostate and breast cancer and more likely to have stomach and liver cancer compared to the general population.
- Others (collectivism) are prioritized before the self (individual). The patient may not report a symptom as he/she perceives that others (or even other duties) are in greater need of the attention of the healthcare provider. Healthcare decisions may be based on what is best for the family rather than what is best for the individual patient.
- There is often self control used when expressing emotions. Internal negative feelings may not be externally expressed.
- Healthcare providers are viewed as authority figures. Answers may be "yes" when patients wish to say "no" or patients may expect the provider to make all the decisions and give instructions.
- Death or cancer may be considered a taboo subject not to be discussed.