Genetic counselling as a route to enhanced autonomy: using a sequential mixed methods research approach to develop a theory regarding presymptomatic genetic testing for young adults at risk of inherited cancer syndromes.

ABSTRACT: Undertaking presymptomatic or predictive genetic testing should involve a considered choice. Decisions regarding genetic testing for young adults have to be considered within the context of their key life stage, which may involve developing a career, forming partnerships and/or becoming parents. The aim of this study was to develop a theoretical model regarding the factors involved when young adults (18-30 years) undergo presymptomatic genetic testing for inherited cancer syndromes. The model evolved from synthesis of results of a sequential mixed methods study involving a systematic review, a qualitative study and a quantitative study. The resulting model shows that young adults at risk of inherited cancer syndromes are influenced by others to have testing and come to counselling with the

SUBMITTER: Godino L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8554898 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature