Genetic counseling practice : advanced concepts and skills

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Title:

Author:

Veach, Patricia McCarthy, editor.

ISBN:

9781118210598

9781119529873

Publication Information:

Physical Description:

1 online resource (x, 415 pages) : illustrations

Contents:

Complicated shadows : a critique of autonomy in genetic counseling / Robert G. Resta -- Actively engaging with patients in decision making / Andrea Zanko and Michelle Fox -- Risk communication : a complex process / Shannan DeLany Dixon and Yasmine L. Konheim-Kalkstein -- Grieving : an inevitable journey / Elizabeth Gettig -- Facing patient anger / Bonnie Jeanne Baty -- Resistance and adherence : understanding the patient's perspective / Jon Weil -- Countertransference : making the unconscious conscious / Jon Weil -- Honoring diversity : cultural competence in genetic counseling / Linwood J. Lewis -- Genetic counseling strategies for working with families / Deborah L. Eunpu -- Developmentally based approaches for counseling children and adolescents / Stephanie Austin -- Genetic counseling for women with intellectual disabilities / Brenda Finucane -- Genetic counselors : caring mindfully / June A. Peters -- Professional development : reflective genetic counseling practice / Kimberly W. Zahm -- Mobilizing genetic counselor leadership skills / Nancy P. Callanan.

Abstract:

The first advanced-level genetics counseling skills resource As genetic medicine and testing continue to expand, so the role of the genetic counselor is transforming and evolving. Genetic Counseling Practice: Advanced Concepts and Skills is the first text to address ways that genetic counselors can deepen their skills to meet expanding practice demands. This timely resource not only helps readers further develop their abilities to gather relevant data and interpret it for patients, it also aids them in surpassing their usual role by truly understanding patient situations, incor.

Local Note:

John Wiley and Sons

Subject Term:

Genetic counseling.

Medical personnel and patient.

Genetic Counseling

Professional-Patient Relations

Conseil génétique.

Relations personnel médical-patient.

Medical personnel and patient

Added Author:

Veach, Patricia McCarthy,