Future perfect : confronting decisions about genetics /

Andrews offers a new plan for making decisions as individuals and as a society based on emerging issues of ethics and science by providing the first detailed glimpse into how genetic testing can change your self-image, your relationships with loved ones, and your expectations about your children.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Andrews, Lori B., 1952-
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : Columbia University Press, ©2001.
Temas:
Genetic screening > Social aspects.
Genetic screening.
Sociology.
Genetic Testing
Sociology
Dépistage génétique > Aspect social.
Dépistage génétique.
Sociologie.
sociology.
HEALTH & FITNESS > Diseases > Genetic.
MEDICAL > Genetics.
POLITICAL SCIENCE > Public Policy > General.
Genetic screening
Genetic screening > Social aspects
Medische ethiek.
Medische genetica.
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Genetics Enters Our Lives
  • The Rapid Integration of Genetic Tests Into Clinical Practice
  • How Genetics Differs from Other Medical Realms
  • Commercialism in Genetics
  • Simplifying Genetic Tests
  • Exaggerated Faith in Genetics
  • Charting the Future of Genetic Policy
  • Competing Frameworks for Genetics Policy
  • Historical Context of Genetics
  • Alternative Frameworks
  • The Medical Model
  • The Public Health Model
  • The Fundamental Rights Model
  • Seeking a Framework for the Future of Genetics
  • The Impact of Genetic Services on Personal Life
  • Impact on Self-Concept
  • Use of Genetic Services
  • The Changing Face of Parenthood in the Genetics Era
  • Impact on Reproduction
  • Impact on Decisions About Children
  • Reconceiving Parenthood
  • The Impact of Genetic Services on Women, People of Color, and Individuals with Disabilities
  • Women and Genetic Services
  • People of Color and Genetic Services
  • Individuals with Disabilities and Genetic Services
  • Protecting the Disadvantaged
  • Problems in the Delivery of Genetic Services
  • Physician Knowledge About Genetics
  • Quality Assurance in Testing
  • Genetic Hubris
  • Medical Pressure to Use Genetic Services
  • Impact of Physicians' Beliefs and Personalities on the Provision of Genetic Information
  • Informational Materials About Genetics
  • Enhancing the Quality of Genetic Services
  • The Impact of Genetics on Cultural Value and Social Institutions
  • Predicting Future Academic Worth
  • Predicting Future Health Care Needs.

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