Data collection instruments
depression, BC/OC, anxiety
Decision-related data were collected using the decisional conflict scale (DCS [Knowledge-related outcomes were assessed with an instrument containing 15 statements about BC/OC risks and prevention options, each to be rated as “agree,“ “disagree,“ or “don’t know.“ Previvors and survivors received target group-specific statements, some of which (n = 6) therefore differed. The number of correct answers was used to determine the knowledge level: For each participant, each correct answer was coded 1 and each incorrect answer was coded 0. Then a knowledge sum score was formed.Self-reported psychological outcomes were collected with the hospital anxiety and depression scale (HADS [Acceptability and usefulness for decision-making preparation of the DA were assessed with (1) an adapted acceptability instrument from O’Connor & Cranney [