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GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast »
S4E5: Reflection

about a year ago 30:26

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In our final episode of the season, we discuss the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 4: insurance, and have guest input from insurance expert Dr Jane Tiller.

Support us by buying a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/gcchatpod

Sound engineer: Shaun Allen

You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. https://gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/

You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky. Join the discussion with #GCchatpodcast

References mentioned in our discussion:

Centre for Genetics Education fact sheet: Life Insurance Products and Genetic Testing in Australia. https://www.genetics.edu.au/SitePages/Life-insurance-products-and-genetic-testing-in-Australia.aspx
Clarke & Wallgren-Pettersson (2019). Ethics in genetic counselling. Journal of Community Genetics https://doi.org/10.1007/s12687-018-0371-7
The DNA Screen study: https://dnascreen.monash.edu/index.html
Human Genetics Society of Australasia Code of Ethics: https://www.hgsa.org.au/common/Uploaded%20files/pdfs/policies,%20position%20statements%20and%20guidelines/genetic%20counselling/Code%20of%20Ethics%20for%20GC.pdf [original]; https://hgsa.org.au/common/Uploaded%20files/pdfs/policies,%20position%20statements%20and%20guidelines/members%20only%20policies/HGSA%20Code%20of%20Ethics-%20Guideline.pdf [updated]
Keenan, et al., (2013). How Do Partners Find out About the Risk of Huntington's Disease in Couple Relationships? Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-012-9562-2
MacLeod et al., (2013). Editorial Committee and Working Group ‘Genetic Testing Counselling’ of the European Huntington Disease Network. Recommendations for the predictive genetic test in Huntington's disease. Clinical Genetics https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1399-0004.2012.01900.x
Reeder, et al.,(2017). Characterizing Clinical Genetic Counselors’ Countertransference Experiences: an Exploratory Study. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-016-0063-6
Tiller, et al., (2023). Final Stakeholder Report of the Australian Genetics and Life Insurance Moratorium: Monitoring the Effectiveness and Response (A-GLIMMER) Project. Monash University. https://doi.org/10.26180/23564538.v1
Updates regarding the ban on the use of adverse genetic testing results on life insurance: https://treasury.gov.au/consultation/c2025-626785 ; https://ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/stephen-jones-2022/media-releases/total-ban-use-adverse-genetic-testing-results-life

27 episodes

S4E5: Reflection

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

In our final episode of the season, we discuss the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 4: insurance, and have guest input from insurance expert Dr Jane Tiller.

Support us by buying a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/gcchatpod

Sound engineer: Shaun Allen

You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. https://gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/

You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky. Join the discussion with #GCchatpodcast

References mentioned in our discussion:

Centre for Genetics Education fact sheet: Life Insurance Products and Genetic Testing in Australia. https://www.genetics.edu.au/SitePages/Life-insurance-products-and-genetic-testing-in-Australia.aspx
Clarke & Wallgren-Pettersson (2019). Ethics in genetic counselling. Journal of Community Genetics https://doi.org/10.1007/s12687-018-0371-7
The DNA Screen study: https://dnascreen.monash.edu/index.html
Human Genetics Society of Australasia Code of Ethics: https://www.hgsa.org.au/common/Uploaded%20files/pdfs/policies,%20position%20statements%20and%20guidelines/genetic%20counselling/Code%20of%20Ethics%20for%20GC.pdf [original]; https://hgsa.org.au/common/Uploaded%20files/pdfs/policies,%20position%20statements%20and%20guidelines/members%20only%20policies/HGSA%20Code%20of%20Ethics-%20Guideline.pdf [updated]
Keenan, et al., (2013). How Do Partners Find out About the Risk of Huntington's Disease in Couple Relationships? Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-012-9562-2
MacLeod et al., (2013). Editorial Committee and Working Group ‘Genetic Testing Counselling’ of the European Huntington Disease Network. Recommendations for the predictive genetic test in Huntington's disease. Clinical Genetics https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1399-0004.2012.01900.x
Reeder, et al.,(2017). Characterizing Clinical Genetic Counselors’ Countertransference Experiences: an Exploratory Study. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-016-0063-6
Tiller, et al., (2023). Final Stakeholder Report of the Australian Genetics and Life Insurance Moratorium: Monitoring the Effectiveness and Response (A-GLIMMER) Project. Monash University. https://doi.org/10.26180/23564538.v1
Updates regarding the ban on the use of adverse genetic testing results on life insurance: https://treasury.gov.au/consultation/c2025-626785 ; https://ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/stephen-jones-2022/media-releases/total-ban-use-adverse-genetic-testing-results-life

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#Ellenore Martin and Ashley Crook #Ashley Crook #Ellenore Martin #GC Chat #Fitness #Medicine #Mental Health

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S4E5: Reflection 30:26

9 weeks ago30:26

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In our final episode of the season, we discuss the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 4: insurance, and have guest input from insurance expert Dr Jane Tiller. Support us by buying a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/gcchatpod Sound engineer: Shaun Allen You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. https://gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky. Join the discussion with #GCchatpodcast References mentioned in our discussion: Centre for Genetics Education fact sheet: Life Insurance Products and Genetic Testing in Australia. https://www.genetics.edu.au/SitePages/Life-insurance-products-and-genetic-testing-in-Australia.aspx Clarke & Wallgren-Pettersson (2019). Ethics in genetic counselling. Journal of Community Genetics https://doi.org/10.1007/s12687-018-0371-7 The DNA Screen study: https://dnascreen.monash.edu/index.html Human Genetics Society of Australasia Code of Ethics: https://www.hgsa.org.au/common/Uploaded%20files/pdfs/policies,%20position%20statements%20and%20guidelines/genetic%20counselling/Code%20of%20Ethics%20for%20GC.pdf [original]; https://hgsa.org.au/common/Uploaded%20files/pdfs/policies,%20position%20statements%20and%20guidelines/members%20only%20policies/HGSA%20Code%20of%20Ethics-%20Guideline.pdf [updated] Keenan, et al., (2013). How Do Partners Find out About the Risk of Huntington's Disease in Couple Relationships? Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-012-9562-2 MacLeod et al., (2013). Editorial Committee and Working Group ‘Genetic Testing Counselling’ of the European Huntington Disease Network. Recommendations for the predictive genetic test in Huntington's disease. Clinical Genetics https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1399-0004.2012.01900.x Reeder, et al.,(2017). Characterizing Clinical Genetic Counselors’ Countertransference Experiences: an Exploratory Study. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-016-0063-6 Tiller, et al., (2023). Final Stakeholder Report of the Australian Genetics and Life Insurance Moratorium: Monitoring the Effectiveness and Response (A-GLIMMER) Project. Monash University. https://doi.org/10.26180/23564538.v1 Updates regarding the ban on the use of adverse genetic testing results on life insurance: https://treasury.gov.au/consultation/c2025-626785 ; https://ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/stephen-jones-2022/media-releases/total-ban-use-adverse-genetic-testing-results-life…

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S4E4: Insurance 27:44

10 weeks ago27:44

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In our penultimate episode of the season, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 3: Opening the envelope. We’ll then present this week’s case, where the GC faced a difficult situation in predictive test counselling for an adult-onset condition without any treatments. Support us by buying a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/gcchatpod Sound engineer: Shaun Allen You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. https://gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky. Join the discussion with #GCchatpodcast References mentioned in our discussion: Crook et al., (2022). Genetic counseling and testing practices for late-onset neurodegenerative disease: A systematic review. Journal of Neurology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00415-021-10461-5 Guimarães, et al. (2013). What Counts as Effective Genetic Counselling for Presymptomatic Testing in Late-Onset Disorders? A Study of the Consultand’s Perspective. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-012-9561-3 Howard, et al., (2024). Experiences of predictive genetic testing in inherited motor neuron disease: Findings from a qualitative interview study. Journal of Genetic Counseling. https://doi.org/10.1002/jgc4.1904 MacLeod et al., (2013). Editorial Committee and Working Group ‘Genetic Testing Counselling’ of the European Huntington Disease Network. Recommendations for the predictive genetic test in Huntington's disease. Clinical Genetics. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1399-0004.2012.01900.x Vears, et al., (2020). Human Genetics Society of Australasia Position Statement: Predictive and Presymptomatic Genetic Testing in Adults and Children. Twin Research and Human Genetics. https://doi.org/10.1017/thg.2020.51…

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S4E3: Opening the envelope 26:03

11 weeks ago26:03

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In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 2: Countertransference. We’ll then present this week’s case, where the genetic counsellor experienced their first predictive testing results disclosure in neurogenetics. Support us by buying a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/gcchatpod Sound engineer: Shaun Allen You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. https://gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky. Join the discussion with #GCchatpodcast References mentioned in our discussion: Clark, (2010). Life as a pregnant genetic counselor. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-010-9283-3 . Clark, (2012). Life as a pregnant genetic counselor: take two. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-011-9411-8 . Kessler, (1992). Psychological aspects of genetic counseling. VIII. Suffering and countertransference. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00962826 . Menezes et al., (2010). “It’s Challenging on a Personal Level”—Exploring the ‘Lived Experience’ of Australian and Canadian Prenatal Genetic Counselors. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-010-9315-z Menezes, (2012). Commentary on “Life as a Pregnant Genetic Counselor: Take Two”. Journal of Genetic Counseling https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-011-9413-6 Menezes et al., (2013), “Taking Its Toll”: The Challenges of Working in Fetal Medicine. Birth https://doi.org/10.1111/birt.12029 Porges, (2017). The pocket guide to the polyvagal theory: the transformative power of feeling safe. USA: Norton & Company. Redlinger-Grosse, (2020). Countertransference. In Genetic Counseling Practice (eds B.S. LeRoy, P.M. Veach and N.P. Callanan). https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119529873.ch8 Rietzler, et al. (2018). Perceived Changes to Obstetric Care and the Integration of Personal and Professional Life as a Pregnant Prenatal Genetic Counselor. Journal of Genetic Counseling, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-018-0210-3…

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S4E2: Countertransference 30:31

12 weeks ago30:31

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In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 1: Ethical Conflicts. We’ll then present this week’s case, where the genetic counsellor encountered countertransference. Support us by buying a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/gcchatpod Sound engineer: Shaun Allen You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. https://gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky. Join the discussion with #GCchatpodcast References mentioned in our discussion: Crook, et al., (2022). Genetic counseling and diagnostic genetic testing for familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and/or frontotemporal dementia: A qualitative study of client experiences. Journal of Genetic Counseling, https://doi.org/10.1002/jgc4.1591 Crook, et al., (2021). Patient and relative experiences and decision-making about genetic testing and counseling for familial ALS and FTD: A systematic scoping review. Alzheimer Disease & Associated Disorders https://doi.org/10.1097/WAD.0000000000000458 May & Spellecy, (2006). Autonomy, full information and the right not to know. European journal of health law, 6(2), 119-132 World Health Organisation Meeting on Ethical Issues in Medical Genetics (‎1997: Geneva, Switzerland)‎ & WHO Human Genetics Programme. (‎1998)‎. Proposed international guidelines on ethical issues in medical genetics and genetic services: report of WHO meeting on Ethical Issues in Medical Genetics. https://iris.who.int/handle/10665/63910 . Vears et al., (2020). Human Genetics Society of Australasia Position Statement: Predictive and Pre-symptomatic Genetic Testing in Adults and Children. Twin Research and Human Genetics. https://doi.org/10.1017/thg.2020.51…

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S4E1: Ethical Conflicts 14:41

13 weeks ago14:41

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Welcome to season 4 of GC Chat Podcast! In this episode, we introduce our first case of the season, which raised several ethical issues for the genetic counsellor. Reflections will follow in our next episode. Support us by buying a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/gcchatpod Sound engineer: Shaun Allen You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. https://gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky. Join the discussion with #GCchatpodcast References mentioned in our discussion: Gould & Griffin (2017). Karyomapping and how is it improving preimplantation genetics? Expert Rev Mol Diagn. https://doi.org/10.1080/14737159.2017.1325736 . Handyside et al., (2010). Karyomapping: a universal method for genome wide analysis of genetic disease based on mapping crossovers between parental haplotypes, Journal of Medical Genetics. https://doi.org/10.1136/jmg.2009.069971 National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) (2017). Ethical guidelines on the use of assisted reproductive technology in clinical practice and research 2017 (updated 2023). Canberra: National Health and Medical Research Council. www.nhmrc.gov.au/guidelines-publications/e79…

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We're back! 1:30

2 years ago1:30

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We are on the lookout for case presenters for season 4. We can’t do another season without your help so please get in touch! Instructions for case presentation are available on our website: http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast Sound engineered by Shaun Allen. Content and editing by Ellenore Martin and Ashley Crook…

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S3E4: Reflection 24:18

4 years ago24:18

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Trigger warning: today’s case reflection episode may be distressing to some listeners as the case involves issues of domestic violence, rape and incest. Please consider this before deciding whether or not to listen. Welcome to the final episode of Season 3 of GC Chat: a genetic counselling podcast. In this episode, we discuss the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 3: A heavy burden. References mentioned in our discussion: Chen, L.P., Beck, A.E., Tsuchiya, K.D., Chow, P.M., Mirzaa, G.M., Wiester, R.T., Feldman, K.W. (2015), Institutional Protocol to Manage Consanguinity Detected by Genetic Testing in Pregnancy in a Minor, Pediatrics Mar , 135 (3) e736-e739; DOI: 10.1542/peds.2014-2593 McGuire, A. L., Wang, M. J., & Probst, F. J. (2012). Currents in contemporary bioethics. Identifying consanguinity through routine genomic analysis: reporting requirements. The Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics , 40 (4), 1040–1046. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-720X.2012.00731.xdoi:10.1111/j.1748-720X.2012.00731.x Patch, C., & Middleton, A. (2018). Genetic counselling in the era of genomic medicine. British Medical Bulletin , 126 (1), 27–36. https://doi.org/10.1093/bmb/ldy008 on behalf of the Association of Genetic Nurses and Counsellors (AGNC), Middleton, A., Marks, P., Bruce, A., Protheroe-Davies, L. K., King, C., Claber, O., Houghton, C., Giffney, C., Macleod, R., Dolling, C., Kenwrick, S., Scotcher, D., Hall, G., Patch, C., & Boyes, L. (2017). The role of genetic counsellors in genomic healthcare in the United Kingdom: A statement by the Association of Genetic Nurses and Counsellors. European Journal of Human Genetics , 25 (6), 659–661. https://doi.org/10.1038/ejhg.2017.28 Additional support options: https://www.1800respect.org.au/ https://www.rainn.org/national-resources-sexual-assault-survivors-and-their-loved-ones https://lifecentre.uk.com/ You can find our usual suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast Sound engineer: Shaun Allen…

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S3E3: A heavy burden 39:06

4 years ago39:06

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**Trigger warning: the new case presented today (from 16:40) may be distressing to some listeners as the case involves issues of domestic violence, rape and incest. Please consider this before deciding whether or not to listen.** Welcome back. We hope you had a nice break. In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 2: Adding value. We’ll then present this week’s case, where our guest genetic counsellor discusses a case that weighed heavily for both her and the client. References mentioned in our discussion: Young, M. A., Thompson, K., Lewin, J., & Holland, L. (2020). A framework for youth-friendly genetic counseling. Journal of community genetics , 11 (2), 161–170. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12687-019-00439-2 World Health Organization. (2014). Global status reports on violence prevention 2014. Retrieved from. http://www.who.int/violence injury prevention/violence/statusreport/2014/en/ Additional support options: https://www.1800respect.org.au/ https://www.rainn.org/national-resources-sexual-assault-survivors-and-their-loved-ones https://lifecentre.uk.com/ You can find our usual suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast Sound engineer: Shaun Allen…

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S3E2: Adding value 23:53

4 years ago23:53

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Welcome to season 3 of GC Chat Podcast. In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 1: Respecting wishes. We’ll then present this week’s case, where our guest genetic counsellor reflects on how she added value when she was a student. References mentioned in our discussion: May, T., & Spellecy, R. (2006). Autonomy, full information and the right not to know. European journal of health law, 6(2), 119-132 World Health Organisation. Proposed International Guidelines on Ethical Issues in Medical Genetics and Genetic Services, 1997. You can find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com #GCchatpodcast Sound engineer: Shaun Allen…

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S3E1: Respecting wishes 11:09

4 years ago11:09

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Welcome to season 3 of GC Chat Podcast. In this episode, we introduce our first case of the season, which raised several ethical issues for the genetic counsellor. Reflections will follow in our next episode on 21 December. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast You will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion on our website. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com *Pseudonyms are used throughout Sound engineer: Shaun Allen…

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S2E8: Reflection 11:12

5 years ago11:12

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In today's episode we begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 7: The diagnostic odyssey. As this is our last episode for season 2, we don’t have a new case to present. We will be reflecting together on what we have learned over the past two seasons. References we found useful in our discussion: Ingles, J., & Semsarian, C. (2007). Sudden cardiac death in the young: a clinical genetic approach. Internal Medicine Journal, 37(1), 32-37. doi:10.1111/j.1445-5994.2006.01241.x Stattin, E.-L., Westin, I. M., Cederquist, K., Jonasson, J., Jonsson, B.-A., Mörner, S., . . . Wisten, A. (2016). Genetic screening in sudden cardiac death in the young can save future lives. International journal of legal medicine, 130(1), 59-66. doi:10.1007/s00414-015-1237-8 Helm, B. M. (2015). Exploring the genetic counselor's role in facilitating meaning-making: rare disease diagnoses. J Genet Couns, 24(2), 205-212. doi:10.1007/s10897-014-9812-6 Douglas, H. A. (2014). Promoting meaning-making to help our patients grieve: an exemplar for genetic counselors and other health care professionals. J Genet Couns, 23(5), 695-700. doi:10.1007/s10897-014-9731-6 Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com…

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S2E7: The diagnostic odyssey 27:34

5 years ago27:34

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In today's episode we begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 6: building trust. We will then present our next case, in which the genetic counsellor reflected on the diagnostic odyssey faced by her client. References we found useful in our discussion: Bernhardt, B. A., Rushton, C. H., Carrese, J., Pyeritz, R. E., Kolodner, K., & Geller, G. (2009). Distress and burnout among genetic service providers. Genetics in medicine : official journal of the American College of Medical Genetics, 11(7), 527-535. doi:10.1097/GIM.0b013e3181a6a1c2 Bernhardt, B. A., Silver, R., Rushton, C. H., Micco, E., & Geller, G. (2010). What keeps you up at night? Genetics professionals' distressing experiences in patient care. Genet Med, 12(5), 289-297. doi:10.1097/GIM.0b013e3181db82d9 Injeyan, M. C., Shuman, C., Shugar, A., Chitayat, D., Atenafu, E. G., & Kaiser, A. (2011). Personality traits associated with genetic counselor compassion fatigue: The roles of dispositional optimism and locus of control. Journal of Genetic Counseling, 20(5), 526-540. doi:10.1007/s10897-011-9379-4 Lee, W., Veach, P. M., MacFarlane, I. M., & LeRoy, B. S. (2015). Who is at risk for compassion fatigue? An investigation of genetic counselor demographics, anxiety, compassion satisfaction, and burnout. J Genet Couns, 24(2), 358-370. doi:10.1007/s10897-014-9716-5 Silver, J., Caleshu, C., Casson-Parkin, S., & Ormond, K. (2018). Mindfulness Among Genetic Counselors Is Associated with Increased Empathy and Work Engagement and Decreased Burnout and Compassion Fatigue. J Genet Couns, 27(5), 1175-1186. doi:10.1007/s10897-018-0236-6 https://www.heti.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/courses-and-programs/international-medical-graduate-information/cultural-awareness Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com…

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S2E6: Building trust 38:34

5 years ago38:34

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In today's episode we begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 5: Setting boundaries. We will then present our next case on building and maintaining trust in genetic counselling. References we found useful in our discussion: Reeder, Veach, MacFarlane, & LeRoy (2017), Characterizing Clinical Genetic Counselors’ Countertransference Experiences: An Exploratory Study. Journal of Genetic Counseling, 26(5), 934–947. Volz, Valverde, & Robbins (2018), Effects of Genetic Counselor Self-Disclosure: an Experimental Analog Study. Journal of Genetic Counseling. doi: 10.1007/s10897-018-0283-z. [Epub ahead of print] Balcom, Veach, Bemmels, Redlinger-Grosse, & LeRoy (2013), When the topic is you: genetic counselor responses to prenatal patients' requests for self-disclosure. Journal of Genetic Counseling, 22(3), 358-73. doi: 10.1007/s10897-012-9554-2. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com…

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S2E5: Setting boundaries 25:50

5 years ago25:50

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Thank you for joining us for our latest episode. We will begin by reflecting on the skills and interventions used in episode 4: do no harm. We will then present our next case, in which the genetic counsellor had difficulty maintaining professional boundaries with her client. A reference we found useful in our discussion: Leefmann, J, Schaper, M & Schicktanz, S. (2017). The Concept of “Genetic Responsibility” and Its Meanings: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Medical Sociology Literature. Frontiers in Sociology. 1. 10.3389/fsoc.2016.00018. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com…

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S2E4: Do no harm 21:39

5 years ago21:39

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In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in episode 3: sitting with discomfort. We’ll then present this week’s case, which starts with Hannah’s* phone call to the genetics service. We’ll be taking a break for the holidays, and will return in the new year to reflect on this episode and introduce new cases. References we found useful in our discussion: Resources developed by Mental Health First Aid Australia www.mhfa.com.au Beyond Blue www.beyondblue.org.au Lifeline www.lifeline.org.au Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S2E3: Sitting with Discomfort 30:26

6 years ago30:26

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In this episode, we begin by discussing the counselling issues and interventions raised in case 2: reflecting on the past. We’ll then present this week’s case: a couple referred to discuss genetic testing for cardiomyopathy. References mentioned in our discussion: Schwartz, M, et al . Randomized noninferiority trial of telephone versus in-person genetic counseling for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Journal of Clinical Oncology 2014 32:7, 618-626 Cohen, S, Huziak, R, Gustafson, S and Grubs, R. Analysis of advantages, limitations, and barriers of genetic counseling service delivery models. J Genet Counsel (2016) 25: 1010. Edwards JC, Brannan JR, Burgess L et al. Case presentation format and clinical reasoning: a strategy for teaching medical students. Medical Teacher 1987;9:285–292. Goldberg C. A practical guide to clinical medicine: overview and general information about oral presentation. 2009. University of California, San Diego. Available from: https://meded.ecsd.edu/clinicalmed.oral.htm Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S2E2: Reflecting on the past 22:55

6 years ago22:55

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In this episode, we begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 1: Opposing views. We then introduce the case of Frances*, who requested prenatal diagnosis for a condition known to be in her family. References mentioned in our discussion: McCarthy Veach P, Leroy BS, Callanan NP (eds.) (2003) Structuring the Genetic Counseling Session: Initiating, Contracting, Ending, and Referral. In: Facilitating the Genetic Counseling Process. Springer, New York, NY. Hintermair M. Hearing impairment, social networks, and coping: The need for families with hearing-impaired children to relate to other parents and to hearing-impaired adults, American Annals of the Deaf , 2000, vol. 145 (pg. 41-51). Richter B, Spahn C, Zschocke I, Leuchter M, Laszig R, Löhle E. [Psychological stress, knowledge and treatment expectation of parents with a child managed by cochlear implant]. HNO. 2000 Sep;48(9) 675-683. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com *Pseudonyms are used throughout…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S2E1: Opposing Views 15:44

6 years ago15:44

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Welcome to GC Chat Podcast Season 2! In this episode, we introduce our first case: a couple who have different perspectives on their baby’s diagnosis. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S1E5: Reflection 13:07

6 years ago13:07

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In our final episode of season 1, we will begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 4: advocacy*. Then we will reflect on our first season. More information about topics referenced in our discussion: Sturm, A. C. (2019), 2019 National Society of Genetic Counselors Presidential Address. J Genet Couns, 28: 5-9. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast. We will return for season 2 soon but would like your feedback to help our planning. Please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GCchatsurvey. If you would like to present a case in season 2, please get in touch. On our website, you will find instructions for case presenters, suggestions for support and our privacy statement and disclaimer. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com *Pseudonyms are used throughout…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S1E4: Advocacy 15:54

6 years ago15:54

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In this episode, we begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 3: testing of children. We then introduce a new case about Kaitlin* and her husband Ben, who encounter a difficult decision in pregnancy. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast More information about topics referenced in our discussion: Shkedi-Rafid, et al. (2014), Genetic testing of children for adult-onset conditions: opinions of the British adult population and implications for clinical practice, Eur J Hum Genet 23, 1281–1285. Metcalfe, et al. (2008), Family communication between children and their parents about inherited genetic conditions: a meta-synthesis of the research, Eur J Hum Genet 16(10): 1193-1200. On our website, you will find suggestions for support, our privacy statement and disclaimer, and more information about topics referenced in our discussion. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com *Pseudonyms are used throughout…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S1E3: Testing children 18:40

6 years ago18:40

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In this episode, we firstly reflect on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 2: family secrets. We then introduce a new case about Paul*, his family and the issue of testing children for a genetic condition for which there is no proven medical benefit in knowing. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast More information about topics referenced in our discussion: Schema et al., (2015), Clearing the Air: A Qualitative Investigation of Genetic Counselors’ Experiences of Counselor‐Focused Patient Anger. J Genet Counsel , 24: 717-731. Baty M (2010), Facing Patient Anger in LeRoy, McCarthy Veach, Bartels (eds) (2010), Genetic counseling practice: Advanced concepts and skills . (pp.125-154). Wiley-Blackwell, USA. Barsevick et al., (2008). Intention to communicate BRCA1/BRCA2 genetic test results to the family. Journal of Family Psychology, 22 (2): 303-312. Ritchie (1991). Family communication patterns: An epistemic analysis and conceptual Reinterpretation. Commun Res , 18 , 548–565. Koerner, LeRoy & Veach (2010), Family Communication Patterns in Gaff & Byland (Eds) Family communication about genetics: Theory and practice. (pp. 187 – 189). New York, NY:Oxford University Press. McClellan et al., (2013), Exploring resources for intrafamilial communication of cancer genetic risk: we still need to talk. Eur J Hum Genet, 21(9): 903–910. Vavolizza RD, et al. (2014), Disclosing genetic information to family members about inherited cardiac arrhythmias: an obligation or a choice? J Genet Couns, 24:608–615. Our privacy statement and disclaimer can be found here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/gcchatpodcast/GC_Chat_Podcast_Disclaimer_version1.pdf…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S1E2: Family secrets 26:39

6 years ago26:39

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In this episode, we begin by reflecting on the counselling interventions and issues raised in episode 1: non-paternity. We then introduce a new case about John* and his mother Eileen and the issue of non-disclosure about a genetic diagnosis in the family. If you haven’t listened to episode 1, start there first. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast More information about topics referenced in our discussion: Eno et al., 2018 “Misattributed parentage as an unanticipated finding during exome/genome sequencing: current clinical laboratory practices and an opportunity for standardization”, Genet Med. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30214068 Beagle has Landed podcast https://beaglelanded.com/ The white ribbon foundation https://www.whiteribbon.org.au/ Chen et al., 2017 “Patient Perspectives on Intimate Partner Violence Discussion during Genetic Counseling Sessions” J Genet Couns https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27943088 Lewis and Robinson, 2017 “Preparing Genetic Counselors for Patient Disclosure of Intimate Partner Violence: An Assessment of an Intervention Toolkit” Human Genetics Theses and Capstones (Sarah Lawrence College) https://digitalcommons.slc.edu/genetics_etd/39/ Our episodes contain material that may be distressing to some listeners. If you feel you need support, please contact your local crisis centre. Some suggestions are listed on our website, along with our privacy statement and disclaimer. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ *Pseudonyms are used throughout…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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S1E1: Non-paternity 13:05

6 years ago13:05

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In this episode, we introduce Sarah*, her husband Freddie and their little boy Charlie. Join the discussion on social media with #GCchatpodcast Our episodes contain material that may be distressing to some listeners. If you feel you need support, please contact your local crisis centre. Some suggestions are listed on our website, along with our privacy statement and disclaimer. http://www.gcchatpodcast.libsyn.com/ *Pseudonyms are used throughout…

GC Chat: A Genetic Counselling Podcast

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Introduction to GC Chat 1:59

7 years ago1:59