Abstract

I would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to my primary advisor, Gretchen Schneider, for her continuous support, encouragement and feedback. Thank you also to my committee members, Diane Myles Reid and Dana Neitzel for bringing their invaluable expertise and perspective to this project. Additional thanks to Dr. Liz Cross for her help with the survey design, Dr. Ted Cross for his assistance with statistical analysis and genetic counselor participants for sharing their knowledge and insight. I would also like to acknowledge the Brandeis University Genetic Counseling