The Human Story Behind Every DNA Test
Every DNA test begins with a question: Who am I, really?
This presentation explores the human story behind every DNA test—what happens when curiosity, longing, grief, or suspicion meets genetic truth. While DNA testing is often framed as a hobby or a tool for building family trees, the emotional and psychological impact is rarely discussed.
This talk examines genetic mirroring, identity, belonging, and what happens when family stories don’t match genetic reality. It explores common DNA discovery scenarios, the role of secrecy and truth, attachment and nervous system regulation, and the ripple effects these discoveries have on entire family systems.
Designed for genealogists, therapists, search angels, and individuals navigating their own DNA discovery, this presentation centers the lived human experience behind the data.
Untangling Our Roots: the only conference for adoptees, DCP, NPEs, genetic & raising parents, siblings, spouses, and the professionals who support us.
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