What is a genogram?
A graphical representation of a person’s relationships and history across generations.
How does a genogram differ from a family tree?
It includes more detail, showing patterns in relationships, behaviour, roles, personalities, traditions, and medical/physical conditions.
What patterns can genograms help identify?
Relationship dynamics, behaviour, temporal patterns, personalities, roles, traditions, medical and physical conditions.
What is the origin of the word “gene” in genogram?
From the Greek word Geno, meaning “beginning of.”
Why are genograms useful?
They help family members understand history, spot intergenerational patterns, and guide personal decisions to change unhealthy patterns.
Give an example of how a genogram can be applied.
Identifying a history of abuse in a family to work toward breaking the cycle.
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