Your genogram can include the following; births, pregnancies, birth order, siblings, deaths, relationships (e.g. couples, marriages, separations, divorces),
Points
Title page
Genogram – thoroughness of the information
3
Genogram legend with an explanation of each symbol
1
Critical analysis and description about relationships between family members
1
Total (5 points)
/5
Your genogram can include the following; births, pregnancies, birth order, siblings, deaths, relationships (e.g. couples, marriages, separations, divorces), occupations, any physical or mental illness, alcohol/drug abuse, and communication/interaction patterns. Also, it can include major family events (e.g. births, deaths, marriages, divorces, or major illnesses – both physical and/or mental.
The main goal of this assignment is for you to understand key relationships, visual patterns, and dynamics within the family in your genogram. This tool is a helpful strategy to use with clients in the future.
After completion of your genogram, I want you to write a brief description of the relationships as well.
Instructions for Genogram Assignment
· For much more information about Genograms visit: http://www.genopro.com/genogram/
· For details about the symbols used in Genograms visit: http://www.genopro.com/genogram/symbols/