Arch Iran Med
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The main objectives of this study were the translation, cultural adaptation, and assessment of the psychometric properties of the Persian version of Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI). ⋯ The Persian version of MINI is a feasible, reliable, and valid instrument for diagnosing some mental disorders. Further research is needed to evaluate the validity of this instrument in other categories of psychiatric diagnoses in the general population.
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Breast cancer is now the most significant health issue in women, threatening diverse aspects of human health, including mental health and cognitive function. This research aimed to validate the Persian version of Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) in Iranian women with breast cancer. ⋯ The Persian version of MAAS seems to be a valid scale for evaluating the extent of mindfulness of Iranian women with breast cancer.