The sym- in sympathy means together or at the same time and is the same Greek prefix that one finds in synonym, symmetry, and symposium (originally, an occasion for getting together and drinking). Empathy emphasizes the notion of projection.
Genetics is the study of genes, heredity, and genetic variation in living organisms. It is generally considered a field of biology, but it intersects frequently with many of the life sciences and is strongly linked with the study of information systems.enetics is the study of genes, heredity, and genetic variation in living organisms. It is generally considered a field of biology, but it intersects frequently with many of the life sciences and is strongly linked with the study of information systems.
Genetics counselors also help people determine if they want to know their own risk of developing a genetic disease such as heart disease and breast cancer. Genetics counselors also work alongside other health care professionals including doctors, geneticists, nurses and social workers.