Genetic Counseling Practice - 2nd Edition by Patricia M Veach & Bonnie S Leroy & Nancy P Callanan (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Rapid increases in tests and technologies, media attention, and the expansion of genetic medicine and testing beyond conditions that are exclusively genetic in nature to common chronic illnesses with both genetic and environmental components (e.g., diabetes, heart disease, cancer), have raised demand for genetic counselling services and changing the scope of practice. Genetic counselors help individuals and families understand complex medical information, including diagnosis, prognosis, management options, risk, and heredity issues. They aid patients in decision-making while respecting ethical, familial, and cultural standards"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>The second edition of <i>Genetic Counseling Practice: Advanced Concepts and Skills</i>, provides in-depth content regarding the advanced competencies for meeting patient needs across the changing landscape of genetic counseling practice. The content aligns with the Reciprocal Engagement Model (REM) of practice which integrates the biomedical knowledge and psychosocial aspects of genetic counseling.</p> <p>This edition has been revised and expanded to reflect advances made in the present-day field. Edited by a team two genetic counselors and a psychologist, the chapters offer a holistic picture of genetic counseling. Chapter authors are all recognized experts in the profession. The chapters are grounded in evidence-based practice and research. Each chapter includes learning activities to help readers apply concepts and skills. Featured topic areas include: </p> <ul> <li>Meeting the needs of culturally diverse patients</li> <li>Addressing challenging patient dynamics</li> <li>Working with children, adolescents and families</li> <li>Using emerging service delivery models for genetic counseling</li> <li>Engaging in self-reflective, deliberate practice</li> <li>Promoting genetic counselor professional development</li> </ul> <p><i>Genetic Counseling Practice</i> is an indispensable guide to the complex and evolving field of genetic counseling, and this updated second edition will help practitioners and trainees alike navigate its most pressing and practical challenges with skill and care.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>The second edition of <i>Genetic Counseling Practice: Advanced Concepts and Skills</i> provides in-depth content regarding the advanced competencies for meeting patient needs across the changing landscape of genetic counseling practice. The content aligns with the Reciprocal Engagement Model (REM) of practice which integrates the biomedical knowledge and psychosocial aspects of genetic counseling. <p>This edition has been revised and expanded to reflect advances made in the present-day field. Edited by a team of two genetic counselors and a psychologist, the chapters offer a holistic picture of genetic counseling that is grounded in evidence-based practice and research. Each chapter includes learning activities to help readers apply concepts and skills. Featured topic areas include: <ul> <li>Meeting the needs of culturally diverse patients</li> <li>Addressing challenging patient dynamics</li> <li>Working with children, adolescents and families</li> <li>Using emerging service delivery models for genetic counseling</li> <li>Engaging in self-reflective, deliberate practice</li> <li>Promoting professional development</li> </ul> <p><i>Genetic Counseling Practice</i> is an indispensable guide to a complex and evolving field and this updated second edition will help practitioners and trainees alike navigate its most pressing and practical challenges with skill and care.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Bonnie S. LeRoy, MS, CGC, </b> Professor, Department of Genetics, Cell Biology and Development, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA. <p><b>Patricia McCarthy Veach, PhD, LP, </b> Professor Emerita, Department of Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA. <p><b>Nancy P. Callanan, MS, CGC, </b> Director Emeritus, MS Genetic Counseling Program, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, NC, USA.
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