I am not posting to persecute those who are anti-abortion (and say what you want but prolife = antiabortion). All I am saying is that I wonder how many "prolifers" out there would be so resolute in their opinions on the matter if they were faced with having a child with severe mental illness. My cousin chose to have a child that she knew was severely handicapped and it has all but ruined her life. The stress on her marriage is incredible and they are pretty much broke due to the costs of caring for this child. Most important, and think about this very carefully all you anti-abortionists, what kind of existence is it for that child? How would you like to live a life of drooling and physical pain, frustration, misery. Their son cannot communicate, cannot control his body effectively, cannot learn - he just exists in a tortured state. Above all, think of what the child's existence is like in such a situation. Would you want that? And even if you were born a healthy child, would you want to be the offspring of say - an unwed mother who is an alcoholic or gives you up for adoption after the novelty wears off of having a cute little baby once she realizes the awesome responsibility? I think the number one skill that is lacking in this world is empathy - people just dont understand nor do they try to understand what it must be like for others. As to the comment about Jesus freaks ruining this country - I couldnt agree more. The term Jesus freak does NOT refer to someone who is very religious - it refers to someone who is a nutcase and an extremist. ANY KIND of extremist is dangerous and damaging. Hardcore left wing extremists are just as problem causing as right wing extremists so if you are very religious and believe in Jesus that doesnt mean you are a jesus freak. There is a welcomed place for everyone in this world that intends to exist in harmony and is kind and considerate. My father is Jewish and my mother Protestant. Hardcore nutcase Jews are as irritating as hardcore christians and hardcore scientologits etc etc...
Peace out peeps!!!
Now please hire me : )
The Aldonator
of GA
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Nov 04, 2009 19:31:01 PM
Where to from here ...
I am really interested in becoming a Genetic Counsellor. I currently live in Australia and have been told many times though that you will never find a job as a Genetic Counselor even once you have done all the necessary degrees.
I know many probably can't comment on the Australian job market, but is this true from an American job market point of view as well?
It's highly disappointing to think I could study for roughly 6 years and have no job opportunities when I graduate.
Louise
Louise
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Oct 29, 2009 08:10:21 AM
I'm not sorry
I'm allowed to express my beliefs Alisha. And as a prolife advocate i'm entitled to show other people another option to abortion.
I don't see what's wrong with that... And make sure you don't puke on me please, i'd rather not stink. Or... Just don't come to me at all. Thanks :)
Rebecca J
of UT
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Oct 21, 2009 17:44:31 PM
sequaisa mcphearson
People who love Jesus are helping this country , although people like you who make ignorant comments like that are ruining this country !!!!!!!!!!!
sequaisa
of IL
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Oct 21, 2009 13:44:56 PM
prolife
Hi Rebecca,
I beg to differ. If I had an appointment and YOU were my genetic counselor I would puke. Jesus freaks are ruining this country!
Alisha Miller
of WI
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Oct 21, 2009 02:46:20 AM
Cindy Peterson of Minnesota
Very interesting field of study....makes you think about going back to college to get a degre in genetics. Where would a person go in the Midwest?
cindy peterson
of MN
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Oct 15, 2009 10:39:55 AM
To: Pro-life concerns
I am also thinking about genetic counseling as a career.
It seems to me that in order to be a successful counselor, we cannot let our own personal beliefs influence the decision-making of patients. I think we could be successful if we accept the fact that some of these patients consider abortion as an option.
I think the key is educating them about the consequences of every possible option, so the person (or family) can better assess every risk, and decide which option fits best with their concerns as well as their own ethical beliefs.
Do you agree? Good luck.
Brenna
of MA
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Oct 12, 2009 21:28:05 PM
beg to differ
I'm also prolife, as a genetic couselor you can offer the family the OPTIONS for their new baby--just because they're going to have a different child, it doesn't mean they can't have a successful life-- often times, having a special child is MUCH more rewarding then having a "normal" child!
Rebecca
of UT
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Oct 09, 2009 15:06:46 PM
No.
No you cannot.
Steve Johanson
of MO
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Oct 09, 2009 00:03:57 AM
Pro-life concerns
I am thinking about a career in genetic counseling, but I am pro-life unless the mothers life is endangered by the pregnancy. Could I still be a successful counselor without supporting abortion?
The Aldonator of GA @ Nov 04, 2009 19:31:01 PM
Louise @ Oct 29, 2009 08:10:21 AM
Rebecca J of UT @ Oct 21, 2009 17:44:31 PM
sequaisa of IL @ Oct 21, 2009 13:44:56 PM
Alisha Miller of WI @ Oct 21, 2009 02:46:20 AM
cindy peterson of MN @ Oct 15, 2009 10:39:55 AM
Brenna of MA @ Oct 12, 2009 21:28:05 PM
Rebecca of UT @ Oct 09, 2009 15:06:46 PM
Steve Johanson of MO @ Oct 09, 2009 00:03:57 AM
Laura of PA @ Oct 06, 2009 19:58:07 PM
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