A Guide to Genetic Counseling

The first book devoted exclusively to the principles and practice of genetic counseling—now in a new edition
First published in 1998, A Guide to Genetic Counseling quickly became a bestselling and widely recognized text, used nationally and internationally in genetic counseling training programs. Now in its eagerly anticipated Second Edition, it provides a thoroughly revised and comprehensive overview of genetic counseling, focusing on the components, theoretical framework, and unique approach to patient care that are the basis of this profession. The book defines the core competencies and covers the genetic counseling process from case initiation to completion—in addition to addressing global professional issues—with an emphasis on describing fundamental principles and practices.
Chapters are written by leaders in the field of genetic counseling and are organized to facilitate academic instruction and skill attainment. They provide the most up–to–date coverage of:
The history and practice of genetic counseling
Family history
Interviewing
Case preparation and management
Psychosocial counseling
Patient education
Risk communication and decision–making
Medical genetics evaluation
Understanding genetic testing
Medical documentation
Multicultural counseling
Ethical and legal issues
Student supervision
Genetic counseling research
Professional development
Genetics education and outreach
Evolving roles and expanding opportunities
Case examples
A Guide to Genetic Counseling, Second Edition belongs on the syllabi of all medical and human genetics and genetic counseling training programs. It is an indispensable reference for both students and healthcare professionals working with patients who have or are at risk for genetic conditions.

Spis treści:
Foreword.
Pr eface.
Contributors.
1. The Practice of Genetic Counseling (Ann P. Walker).
2. The Ultimate Genetic Tool: The Family History (Jane L. Schuette and Robin L. Bennett).
3. Interviewing: Beginning to See Each Other (Kathryn Spitzer Kim).
4. Thinking It All Through: Case Preparation and Management (Wendy R. Uhlmann).
5. Psychosocial Counseling (Luba Djurdjinovic).
6. Patient Education (Ann C. M. Smith and Toni I. Pollin).
7. Risk Communication and Decision–Making (Bonnie Jeanne Baty).
8. The Medical Genetics Evaluation (Elizabeth M. Petty)
9. Understanding Genetic Testing (W. Andrew Faucett and Patricia A. Ward).
10. Medical Documentation (Debra Lochner Doyle).
11. Multicultural Counseling (Gottfried Oosterwal).
12. Ethical and Legal Issues (Susan Schmerler).
13. Student Supervision: Strategies for Providing Direction, Guidance, and Support (Patricia McCarthy Veach and Bonnie S. LeRoy).
14. Genetic Counseling Research: Understanding the Basics (Beverly M. Yashar).
15. Professional Identity and Development (Elizabeth A. Gettig and Karen Greendale).
16. Genetic Counselors as Educators (Debra L. Collins and Joseph D. McInerney).
17. Evolving Roles, Expanding Opportunities (Elizabeth A. Balkite and Maureen E. Smith).
18. Putting it All Together: Three Case Examples (Jane L. Schuette, Donna F. Blumenthal, Monica L. Marvin, and Cheryl Shuman).
Index.

Okładka tylna:
The first book devoted exclusively to the principles and practice of genetic counseling—now in a new edition
First published in 1998, A Guide to Genetic Counseling quickly became a bestselling and widely recognized text, used nationally and internationally in genetic counseling training programs. Now in its eagerly anticipated Second Edition, it provides a thoroughly revised and comprehensive overview of genetic counseling, focusing on the components, theoretical framework, and unique approach to patient care that are the basis of this profession. The book defines the core competencies and covers the genetic counseling process from case initiation to completion—in addition to addressing global professional issues—with an emphasis on describing fundamental principles and practices.
Chapters are written by leaders in the field of genetic counseling and are organized to facilitate academic instruction and skill attainment. They provide the most up–to–date coverage of:
The history and practice of genetic counseling
Family history
Interviewing
Case preparation and management
Psychosocial counseling
Patient education
Risk communication and decision–making
Medical genetics evaluation
Understanding genetic testing
Medical documentation
Multicultural counseling
Ethical and legal issues
Student supervision
Genetic counseling research
Professional development
Genetics education and outreach
Evolving roles and expanding opportunities
Case examples
A Guide to Genetic Counseling, Second Edition belongs on the syllabi of all medical and human genetics and genetic counseling training programs. It is an indispensable reference for both students and healthcare professionals working with patients who have or are at risk for genetic conditions.