Manchester Observation Code (MOC) for genetic counseling
Developers: Liede, 2000
Year of publication: 2000
Date last updated: 7 June 2024
Setting in which the tool was originally developed/validated: Genetic counselling sessions
Restriction to setting(s): Not specified
Target group: People visiting for genetic counseling & Genetic Counselors
Language(s): English
Specific constructs/behaviours:
Expressions by the counselor are coded in 4 respects (1) grammatical form (e.g., open question); (2) purpose (e.g., giving advice); (3) subject (e.g., family history); (4) cue source (e.g., patient-initiated, non-verbal). Only behaviors specific to genetic counseling interviews are coded.
Tool topics:
Intended application: Research
Reference(s) to development/validation paper(s):
Liede, A., Kerzin‐Storrar, L., & Craufurd, D. (2000). A method for analyzing videotaped genetic counseling sessions. Journal of genetic counseling, 9(2), 117-136.
Reference links:Tool/manual available: Yes. (Appendix to validation paper)
Contact: Alexander Liede