Talking to Your Family About Genetic FTD

Speakers: Julia Castro, CGC; Jamie Fong, MS, CGC
Some cases of FTD are linked to variants in specific genes, which can be passed down to successive generations. When FTD appears in a family, some relatives may want to get tested to see if they, too, have the same genetic risk, while others might not want to know at all. In this session, two certified genetic counselors will provide an overview of FTD genetic testing before delving into various communication styles and strategies that can facilitate open, productive discussions with family members about FTD genetics.