22 Pediatric Genetics and Behavioral Health: Implications for Testing

https://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsToday, we are going to talk about genetics and behavioral health with Dr. Caleb Bupp, Division Chief of Medical Genetics and Genomics Spectrum Health at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. You might be wondering why we have invited a geneticist on a podcast about emotional and mental health in the pediatrics space. Well, our space intersects with genetics more frequently than you can imagine. Dr. Bupp will break these intersections down, explain genetics in a manner that you can also explain it to others, and highlight the importance of genetic testing with consent.   Let’s listen to Dr. Bupp to learn more about genetics in behavioral health!  [00:01 - 06:55] Opening SegmentWelcoming today's guest, Dr. Caleb BuppWhy Dr. Bupp chose genetics06:56 - 16:49] Genetic Issues We talk about the 3 intersections of genetics and mental healthUnderstand genetics better with this analogy from Dr. BuppDr. Bupp tells us why every health issue is genetic [16:50 - 27:49] Genetic TestingWhat is Dr. Bupp’s advice for children with autism Genetics will be of no use under one certain scenarioDr. Bupp elaboratesGenetic testing will be valuable in learning about behavioral health issuesDr. Bupp explainsThe worst part of being a geneticist for Dr. Bupp[27:50 - 39:22] Genetic Data We talk about the importance of consent in genetic testingThe value of a person’s genetic data as explained by Dr. BuppWhat is pharmacogenomics and why we should understand it [39:23 - 47:22] Closing SegmentListen to Dr. Bupp’s reminder for us What’s his message for his resident self? Finals takeawaysConsent is a must in genetic testingGenetic testing has become mainstream The different types of genetic testingChildren with autism should be offered genetic testing or consultation about itA main barrier right now in genetic testing is costTweetable Quotes:“When you’re working underneath somebody who loves what they do, it’s just infectious.” - Dr. Caleb Bupp“... every health issue is genetic. In some way, shape, or form, we just have to get granular enough to figure out what exactly the genetic cause for that [issue] is.” - Dr. Caleb BuppResources Mentioned:Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008What is informed consent?Locating a genetics clinic herePharmacogenomics FAQEmail [email protected] to connect with Dr. Bupp. Also, visit https://www.spectrumhealth.org/ to learn more about his space.If you’d like to connect with me, you can find me at LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter or email me at [email protected].

Fecha de Publicación: 3 de febrero de 2021

Duración: 47 min