IS GENETIC TESTING RIGHT FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY?

Is genetic testing right for you and your family?

Recent advancements within scientific research have spurred controversy over the topic of genetic testing,

especially with

newborns. Although scientists can now identify certain DNA markers that reveal an increased propensity for various

diseases and disorders, numerous moral dilemmas quickly emerge. How will predicting future events impact the present?

Would k

nowing that your child is most likely going to develop Alzheimer’s disease change the way that you raise him

or

her? Should someone help you understand the implications if you are told that your child is most likely going to be

autistic? What impact will t

hese “potential” results have on your child’s healthcare? Could genetic testing force your child

to be plagued with unnecessary stigmas?

Read the article by Pollack (2010) and write a two

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page critique examining why so much controversy surrounds genetic

t

esting today. Do you agree or disagree with the author’s stance on this topic?

Pollack, H. (2010). Put to the test: As genetic screening gets cheaper and easier, it’s raising questions that health

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care

providers aren’t prepared to answer.

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24. Retrieved from Opposing Viewpoints

in Context database.

Tips for locating the article:

Locate the article within the CSU Online Library. After you log into your myCSU homepage,

click on the CSU Online Library button. Next, go to the O

pposing Viewpoints in Context database. You will then type the

name of the article within the search box located at the top of the page and click “search.” You should then see the article

listed in your choices. You can always contact one of the librarians

for further assistance.

Tips for writing your Article Critique:

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Introduction

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This is meant to give a concise overview of the article being discussed and is usually one

paragraph in length.

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Summary

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This contains the summary of the article that gives

the general argument(s) and overview of the

featured author.

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Critique

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In this portion of the paper, you should provide a critique/opinion of the article. You should state

whether you agree or disagree with the issues that were posed. Furthermore, you s

hould also discuss why you

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agree

or disagree

with the author’s viewpoint(s). Do not forget to discuss the importance of this article to the field

of psychology.

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Conclusion

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This summarizes your final thoughts for the featured topic.

Note:

Do not forget to double space your response and use Times New Roman 12 pt. font. This written assignment

should have a cover page, two full pages of content in which you organize the four sections of the article critique based on

the guidelines as listed

above, and a references page. You are required to utilize the textbook, assigned article, and one

additional source to support your stance on this topic. All

three

sources should be included on your references page. You

should also have accompanying in

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tex

t citations for each source that you have used throughout your response. Follow

APA format.