Parent Communication Study IV: Improving Genetic Counseling for BRCA+ Mothers

Genetic counseling and testing for hereditary breast cancer may reveal that you, and
possibly your blood relatives, are at increased risk for the disease across the lifespan.
This includes biological children, both male and female. We do not yet know the best ways
to educate mothers who have a risk gene (are BRCA+) about whether, when, and how to share
genetic information with their children or manage their thoughts and feelings. The
purpose of this study is to help mothers make more informed choices about talking with
children about hereditary breast cancer, provide them with age-and gender-appropriate
information and emotional support, and improve their psychological well-being.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Mothers/primary caregivers to adolescents/young adults ages 13-24 years-old.

- Participating in genetic testing for hereditary breast cancer.

- Adequately speak/read English.

Exclusion Criteria:

- Does not meet inclusion criteria.