Dispositional motivations and genetic risk feedback.

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This study examined interest in genetic testing for lung cancer susceptibility among college students, a group whose smoking rates have increased significantly in the last decade. Sixteen smokers who participated in focus group discussions indicated a generally high level of interest in testing. They also indicated that knowledge of genetic susceptibility would make them feel anxious and motivate them to quit...

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