A 2yearold child with developmental delay is newly diagnosed as having RubinsteinTaybi syndrome. The mother continues to keep the child's medical appointments but tells the genetic counselor that she does not believe the diagnosis. Which of the following is the BEST strategy for the counselor to pursue?
A. Refer the mother to a support group to meet with other families.
B. Emphasize the positive aspects of the diagnosis with the mother.
C. Review the medical findings to convince the mother of the diagnosis.
D. Allow the mother time to come to terms with the diagnosis at her own rate.