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. 2007 Dec;16(6):731-4.
doi: 10.1007/s10897-007-9116-1. Epub 2007 Aug 13.

What I wish I knew then...reflections from personal experiences in counseling about Down syndrome

Campbell K Brasington  1
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What I wish I knew then...reflections from personal experiences in counseling about Down syndrome

Campbell K Brasington. J Genet Couns. 2007 Dec.

Abstract

Sharing the news about a newborn baby's diagnosis of Down syndrome with families is a scenario genetic counselors frequently face. Yet often we may feel uncomfortable or unsure how to best support families in this setting in a way that will foster competence and resilience. This commentary is a reflection of one genetic counselor's experiences in counseling about Down syndrome over the course of her career and how her thinking has transitioned from a medical based model of disability to a more individual and family-focused model. Ideas and suggestions are offered that genetic counselors can incorporate into their practice.

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