Abstract Evaluation of genetic counseling requires a clear consensus about its objectives,
which is not evident in published definitions and guidelines. This study aims to investigate …

Many definitions of genetic counseling have been proposed since Sheldon Reed first
defined the term in 1947. This study reviews selected definitions of genetic counseling …

With the rapid development of genetic testing, the demand for genetic counselling is
increasing. Yet there is little known about what makes for effective or efficient genetic …

Outcomes in the field of genetic counseling have not been well-defined or categorized,
despite pressures to provide evidence-based measures in all areas of healthcare. This study …

There is a growing body of literature considering genetic counselling services in a variety of
clinical settings. This literature encompasses both predictive and diagnostic testing, from the …

This study was an investigation of whether genetic counselors have received genetic
counseling and if so, how they believe it affects their practice. One thousand genetic …

Twenty-eight former genetic counseling clients seen at a major Midwestern university were
recruited to be interviewed about their genetic counseling experiences, including most and …

As part of a project to develop educational materials for primary care pro-viders, we
conducted a two-phased study investigating ethical and professional challenges posed by …

The genetic counseling landscape has changed dramatically in the 14 years since the initial
publication of this book. During that time, genetic knowledge, tests, and technologies have …

Genetic counseling is a profession growing and evolving at an extraordinary rate. This
growth is driven by an explosion in what we know, as a result of progress in science …