“…[3][4][5][6][7] Advances in knowledge about genetics will magnify this debate, given that new genetic tests could be applicable to the whole population and complement existing prenatal, newborn, and pediatric testing practices aimed at the primary prevention of adult-onset health conditions. [7][8][9][10][11][12][13] The impact of offering genetic testing to children has been subject to considerable discussion among health practitioners, researchers, policy makers, and bioethicists, 6,7,14 -20 although the majority of publications on the topic are not empirical. 18 Many have noted the possibility that genetic test results (e.g., knowledge of increased personal risks) might have a negative impact on children's psychosocial wellbeing 14,19,21,22 as measured by adverse emotional states, altered self-perception, or disrupted social relationships.…”