unit 5 discussion

Genetic Testing for Psychiatry Mental Health Decisional Support

While still somewhat controversial, genetic testing for PMH conditions is evolving. Please read or listen to this article:  Pharmacogenomic Testing May Help Achieve Better Patient Outcomes, Reduced Toxicity  and address the following points:

1. What were the main points of the article?

2. What are the pros and cons of genetic testing for psychiatric disorders?

3. Do you think you will use genetic testing in practice? If so, in what way will you use genetic testing i.e. for what conditions? If not, why not?