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Facilitating family communication about predictive genetic testing: probands' perceptions.

Clara L Gaff1, Veronica Collins, Tiffany Symes

  • 1Genetic Health Services Victoria, Melbourne, Australia. gaffc@cardiff.ac.uk

Journal of Genetic Counseling
|June 17, 2005
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Individuals with hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) often inform immediate family about genetic testing availability. While satisfied with communication, men desired more support, and genetic counseling utility was viewed with mixed opinions.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Oncology
  • Psychosocial Research

Background:

  • Communicating genetic testing availability to relatives is a significant responsibility for individuals with hereditary conditions.
  • Limited research exists on the perceived utility of genetic counseling and communication strategies for facilitating this process.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the experiences of individuals with hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) in informing relatives about predictive genetic testing.
  • To assess the perceived usefulness of genetic counseling and other communication aids.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted semistructured telephone interviews with 12 individuals diagnosed with HNPCC.
  • Qualitative analysis of interview data to identify themes related to communication experiences and support needs.

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Main Results:

  • Probands primarily informed immediate family members about genetic testing; distant relatives were often not directly notified.
  • Most participants were satisfied with their communication methods but expressed mixed views on the utility of genetic counseling.
  • A notable gender difference emerged, with men frequently reporting a need for guidance and support in communicating genetic testing information.

Conclusions:

  • While individuals with HNPCC manage to inform immediate family, support systems for broader family communication about genetic testing could be improved.
  • Genetic counseling may offer benefits, particularly for men, in navigating the complexities of familial genetic information sharing.
  • Enhancing information delivery through aids like letters and booklets is beneficial, but unlikely to significantly increase the number of relatives informed by the proband.