| Literature DB >> 18420756 |
Saskia C Sanderson1, Steve E Humphries, Christina Hubbart, Eluned Hughes, Martin J Jarvis, Jane Wardle.
Abstract
The behavioural and psychological impact of genetic testing for lung cancer susceptibility was examined among smokers (N = 61) who were randomly allocated to a GSTM1 genetic testing group (with GSTM1-missing or GSTM1-present result) or no-test control group. The GSTM1-missing (higher risk) group reported greater motivation to quit smoking, and both genetic testing groups reported lower depression than the control group at one-week follow-up (p < .05 for all). Differences were not significant at two months follow-up. This study indicates the feasibility of much-needed research into the risks and benefits for individuals of emerging lifestyle-related genetic susceptibility tests.Entities:
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Year: 2008 PMID: 18420756 DOI: 10.1177/1359105308088519
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Health Psychol ISSN: 1359-1053