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.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 481-494 |
| Number of pages | 14 |
| Journal | Journal of Health Psychology |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - May 2008 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Behaviour change
- Genetic testing
- Lung cancer
- Smoking cessation
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