Re: Question 2 -- MSJA Genetics

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Subject: Re: Question 2

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Alyxa

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Date Posted: 09:34:24 12/16/03 Tue
In reply to: Fionna D. 's message, "Question 2" on 18:19:17 12/15/03 Mon

I completely agree with Fionna's thoughts on Janet's idea of "pre-Alzheimer's" and how to counsel a patient who has fears of predetermination. Janet's idea is positive because it can help her prepare if and when she does contract Alzheimer's, as opposed to simply be in denial. Denial is the most negative attitude one can have if they are informed they may get Alzheimer's later in life. There is no point in pitying yourself is not helpful and may actually be emotionally harmful. Accepting it and trying to to prepare yourself is an important thing to do. I also agree with the idea that predetermination limits the sense of oneself. I would remind the patient that they are not alone and encourage them to communicate their thoughts and feelings to me, as a therapist, as well as family members and friends. I would also remind them that stepping up to prepare yourself as well as your family will be an advantage if they were to get the disease. And most importantly, do not give up hope. It is not a fact that the patient will definitly get Alzheimer's later in life, it is only a possibility.

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