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01.06.2010 | Theory Based Paper

Re-conceptualizing Risk in Genetic Counseling: Implications for Clinical Practice

verfasst von: Jehannine C. Austin

Erschienen in: Journal of Genetic Counseling | Ausgabe 3/2010

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Abstract

Risk communication is an important component of genetic counseling. However, many authors have noted that after genetic counseling, subjective risk frequently does not match the objective risk provided by the counselor. This inevitably leads to the conclusion that the risk communication process was not “effective”. There has been much discussion about how this problem can be better addressed, such that our clients recall numeric risks more accurately after genetic counseling. This article draws on the risk and probability literature from other fields (including psychology, economics, philosophy and climate change) to deconstruct the concepts of “risk” and risk perception to attempt to expand upon and develop thought and discussion about and investigation of the risk communication process in genetic counseling.

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Titel: Re-conceptualizing Risk in Genetic Counseling: Implications for Clinical Practice
verfasst von: Jehannine C. Austin
Publikationsdatum: 01.06.2010
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Journal of Genetic Counseling / Ausgabe 3/2010
Print ISSN: 1059-7700
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-3599
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-010-9279-z

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