The health of the family tree

Article Abstract:

Researching a family's health history can provide information that enables family members to reduce the risk of developing certain genetically transmitted diseases. Four steps for constructing a family health tree are described.

Methods, Prevention, Genetic disorders, Genealogy

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Family favorites

Article Abstract:

Psychologists believe that children who were not the family favorite have a greater chance to become healthily independent. The causes and psychological consequences of favoritism are discussed.

Psychological aspects, Sibling rivalry, Parent and child, Parent-child relations

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A family of friends

Article Abstract:

A woman's difficult struggle with breast cancer was eased by supportive friends. They escorted her to doctors' offices, prepared her food and saw her through the ordeal of chemotherapy.

Personal narratives, Cancer patients

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