Advanced genetic counseling : theory and practice /
Barbara B. Biesecker, Kathryn F. Peters, and Robert Resta.
- 1 online resource (v, 222 pages)
Includes bibliographical references and index
Introduction to genetic counseling -- History of genetic counseling -- Definitions and goals of genetic counseling -- Characteristics of genetic counseling clients -- Characteristics of genetic counselors -- Applying ethical theories to genetic counseling practice -- Conflict of interest and the code of ethics -- Relational genetic counseling -- Psychological counseling theories -- Research in genetic counseling -- Genetic counseling in the genomic era.
The scope and responsibilities of today's genetic counselors exceed the reasonable capacity of any one educational resource. While the field's first-year curriculum may be relatively fixed, the landscape of what comes after that -- a dizzying mix of practice, ethics, research design, and professional competencies -- is increasingly broad. Advanced Genetic Counseling offers an overdue extension of the field's core curriculum. From navigating ethical dilemmas and potential conflicts of interest to confronting the biases and patterns of thought that can limit counselors'interactions with clients, it prepares readers to face the profession's most challenging aspects with confidence. Drawing on techniques from psychotherapy, social psychology, and health behavior, Advanced Genetic Counseling is an essential resource for trainees and mid-career professionals. It offers a roadmap not just for addressing client needs, but for the future of genetic counseling education.