Genetic Genealogy: Risks and Rewards

With the announcement that genetic testing company 23andMe is on the verge of bankruptcy, many customers are wondering what will be done with their collected DNA data and what protections exist for their privacy. Genetic testing can bring breakthroughs in family history for many people—especially adoptees and those in marginalized communities—but it’s important to be aware of how your DNA data can be used. The following titles explore the risks and rewards of genetic genealogy so you can make informed decisions as you research your family tree. And don’t forget that CLP has a fantastic number of resources for researching geneaology and staff members to help you – check out our resource page to learn more. 


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Ancestor Trouble: A Reckoning and Reconciliation

In a quest to understand her family’s complicated history, writer Maud Newton examines the industry of family research and DNA testing, psychological profiling, and intergenerational trauma. 

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DNA for Native American Genealogy

This book offers detailed information and step-by-step advice for family historians interested in researching their Native American family tree through DNA testing. 


DNA Testing and Privacy

Containing viewpoints from diverse voices in the field, this volume examines the controversies surrounding home DNA tests.