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Everyone reacts differently to genetic information, especially if it\u2019s unexpected.<\/p>\n

You may feel worried or upset about an increased risk of a health condition for you or your family. You may also feel empowered or relieved to be able to take some control of your health and share the information.<\/p>\n

You can see some reactions below from other people who were told about a genetic change from a research study. These people all reacted differently to the information.<\/p>\n

\u201cThank god someone\u2019s found something out.\u201d<\/em>
\u201cI mean, sometimes it\u2019s scary but it\u2019s nice to have the information.\u201d<\/em>
\u201cI don\u2019t know how to respond to it.\u201d<\/em>
\u201cI found it a bit confronting.\u201d<\/em>
\u201cI don\u2019t think I was really ready.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

You may be able to relate to these statements, or you may feel completely different. Whatever you\u2019re feeling it may help to know that others have felt this way.<\/p>\n

Negative feelings, like worry or distress, do eventually return to normal once you get used to the information. The My Research Results genetic counsellors counsellors are here to support you.<\/p>\n

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