Impact of Genetic Counselling: An Imperative for Child Development in Cross River State, Nigeria
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https://doi.org/10.67224/ioasdjbms.2025.v02i02.001Keywords:
Genetic counseling, Child development, imperative, parent, healthcareAbstract
Genetic counseling is crucial aspect of healthcare that provides individuals and families with information and guidance on genetic disorders and their implications. With advancements in genetic technology, genetic counseling has become an essential tool for promoting healthy child development in cross river state, Nigeria. This study aimed to investigate the impact of genetic counseling on child development, focusing on cognitive, emotional, and social development. Genetic counseling had a significant positive impact on child development in cross river state, Nigeria. Parents who received genetic counseling reported improved in cognitive development, skills in their children. The qualitative data revealed that genetic counseling empowered parents’ child health, reduced anxiety and stress and enhanced parent –child. By providing parents with accurate information and guidance, genetic counseling can promote healthy child development, improve parent to child relationships, and reduce the risk of genetic disorders. This study highlights the imperative need for genetic counseling in promoting optimal child development in cross river state, Nigeria. The genetic counseling approach includes information about the implications of testing positive for genetic disorder, including the psychological impact.
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Copyright (c) 2025 Effiom, Bassey Ekeng, Ignatius Ayamba, Favour Ojedor, Godwin Michael Ubi, Dada, Isaac Olu, Eme Joseph Asanye, Emmanuel Eze, Ukpogu, Jacob Oluchukwu, Godwin Odey Amuchi, Ikum, Micheal Ikum, David Ameh, Philip A. Okpechi, Ogar Agede Ambor, Bassey James Ejue (Author)
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