Genetic Counseling

Geriatric Mood Disorders (Psychiatric Times)

8 Jul 2008

The aging of the US population and the high prevalence of depression among the elderly attest to its public health significance. 1 The prevalence of depression is 8% to 16% in community-dwelling older persons, and the prevalence of mixed anxiety-depression is 1.8%. 2 Depression complicates medical illnesses and their management, and it increases health care use, disability, and mortality. 3 This ...

THE SECOND HALF: Family dog will also help others (Eureka Times-Standard)

8 Jul 2008

(Second of two parts) In last week's column, I recounted the addition of a kitten to our empty nest. We love Rita. But, while she'd go on walks with me and even fetch (amazing, but true), that's where her dogginess ended.

How to Check Yourself for Genetic Abnormalities (Wired News)

8 Jul 2008

Curious about that wheat-gluten allergy that runs in the family? Wondering if you're more likely to develop cancer than your mate? There are several options for testing the stuff your genes are made of, ranging from online DNA-sequencing shops to home-brew basement kits. Grab your cotton swabs and confront your future.