Although it may be simple to evaluate some elements of clinical genetics, it is difficult to
evaluate genetic counselling. We review previous studies of the outcomes of genetic …

There is a growing body of literature considering genetic counselling services in a variety of
clinical settings. This literature encompasses both predictive and diagnostic testing, from the …

Most studies of outcomes of genetic counseling have focused on client knowledge,
reproductive plans and behavior, or satisfaction. Other measures of the “value” of genetic …

From personal interviews with former consultands, we have learned much about the
effectiveness and impact of our genetic counseling services during the past decade …

With the rapid development of genetic testing, the demand for genetic counselling is
increasing. Yet there is little known about what makes for effective or efficient genetic …

Genetic counseling as a formal clinical service was defined in 1947, though the first study of
its effectiveness was not published until 1966. This history can be broadly divided in to 3 …

The goals of genetic counseling have differed over the past three decades. Two schools of
thought are prominent in reviewing past literature. One upholds the goal of preventing birth …

Abstract Evaluation of genetic counseling requires a clear consensus about its objectives,
which is not evident in published definitions and guidelines. This study aims to investigate …

A follow‐up study of 212 families for whom genetic counseling had been provided was
performed to assess the effectiveness of the non‐directive genetic counseling service at the …

Twenty-eight former genetic counseling clients seen at a major Midwestern university were
recruited to be interviewed about their genetic counseling experiences, including most and …