… ) who had been identified as carrying a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation were invited to a one-…
BRCA genes and high risk families in which no known BRCA mutation identified, but a family …

… can be supported in. Although essential for cascade genetic testing, family communication of
BRCA mutation … will be able to offer complex psychosocial support with today’s technology. …

… These services can complement genetic counseling services, providing continuity of
emotional care to women and families. Social workers have identified the combination of …

… emotional support, and yet these models are increasingly used in clinical practice [11]. It is
evident that additional psychosocial support … family members who were also BRCA mutation …

… of BRCA1/2 carriers included in their study felt the need for psychosocial support, and half of
them would join a support … do BRCA mutation carriers tell their young children of the family’s …

… felt that support from family and friends was meeting their needs. We believe that psychosocial
… that all people should have access to psychosocial care. However, given that our present …

… Items assessed information needs relating to risk-reducing surgery and screening,
communication with family members, and psychological support. Respondents indicated level of …

… emotional support provided by family members and friends. … carrying the BRCA genetic
mutation have specific support needs? … and the use of individual forms of support? What are their …

… their psychosocial needs … BRCA mutation and its implications, preventive and prophylactic
treatments available, coping strategies for promoting well-being and psychological support …

… Next, we found strong negative relationships between family and online support with age
testing for BRCA. The more involved one’s spouse or significant other was in her decisions …