Date of Award
2000
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Psychology
Department
Psychology
Abstract
Genetic susceptibility testing for breast and ovarian cancer is an important new tool for assessing cancer risk, one that may facilitate early detection and reduction of cancer risk. Interest in testing among high risk women has been sizeable; however potetial demand for testing may be greatest among women for who testing is least appropriate.
Recommended Citation
Welebir, Constance Faye, "Women's attitudes toward genetic testing for breast cancer susceptibility as a function of breast cancer screening practices, perceived risk of contracting breast cancer, health locus of control and genetic knowledge" (2000). Theses Digitization Project. 4520.
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/4520
