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A genogram is merely a visual representation of an individual's medical history, without including detailed relational dynamics.
A genogram is merely a visual representation of an individual's medical history, without including detailed relational dynamics.
False (B)
Constructing a genogram involves only the individual and their immediate family, excluding grandparents and other relatives.
Constructing a genogram involves only the individual and their immediate family, excluding grandparents and other relatives.
False (B)
Genograms are primarily used in academic research and have limited practical application in personal development or family counseling.
Genograms are primarily used in academic research and have limited practical application in personal development or family counseling.
False (B)
When creating a genogram, standardized symbols are unnecessary if the creator understands the relationships being represented.
When creating a genogram, standardized symbols are unnecessary if the creator understands the relationships being represented.
A genogram can only trace physical attributes, completely disregarding personality traits or behavioral patterns.
A genogram can only trace physical attributes, completely disregarding personality traits or behavioral patterns.
Information included in a genogram is always static and unchanging, regardless of new discoveries or evolving family dynamics.
Information included in a genogram is always static and unchanging, regardless of new discoveries or evolving family dynamics.
If a family member refuses to share information, the genogram should exclude their branch of the family entirely to avoid inaccuracies.
If a family member refuses to share information, the genogram should exclude their branch of the family entirely to avoid inaccuracies.
A genogram is useful only if the person creating it has a strong, positive relationship with every family member involved.
A genogram is useful only if the person creating it has a strong, positive relationship with every family member involved.
A genogram is a graphic representation of a family history that only displays names and birthdates, similar to a traditional family tree.
A genogram is a graphic representation of a family history that only displays names and birthdates, similar to a traditional family tree.
Chronic illnesses, gender, and family relationships can be included in a genogram.
Chronic illnesses, gender, and family relationships can be included in a genogram.
In constructing a genogram, an individual's emotions are irrelevant.
In constructing a genogram, an individual's emotions are irrelevant.
In a genogram, a triangle generally symbolizes a male member of the family.
In a genogram, a triangle generally symbolizes a male member of the family.
A circle is used to represent a female member of the family in a genogram.
A circle is used to represent a female member of the family in a genogram.
In a genogram, a dotted line connecting two individuals always indicates a strong, positive relationship.
In a genogram, a dotted line connecting two individuals always indicates a strong, positive relationship.
Genograms can be used to trace patterns of substance abuse or mental health issues across generations within a family.
Genograms can be used to trace patterns of substance abuse or mental health issues across generations within a family.
When constructing a genogram, it is important to maintain strict objectivity and disregard any personal feelings or biases about family members.
When constructing a genogram, it is important to maintain strict objectivity and disregard any personal feelings or biases about family members.
A genogram primarily illustrates superficial details of family members, such as names and birthdates, rather than emotional connections.
A genogram primarily illustrates superficial details of family members, such as names and birthdates, rather than emotional connections.
Monica McGoldrick and Randy Gerson were the pioneers who initially conceptualized the family systems model that includes genograms.
Monica McGoldrick and Randy Gerson were the pioneers who initially conceptualized the family systems model that includes genograms.
The primary use of a genogram is strictly limited to tracing genetic disorders, with no significance in psychological or social contexts.
The primary use of a genogram is strictly limited to tracing genetic disorders, with no significance in psychological or social contexts.
A genogram is also known as a Friedman-Gerson study, named after the researchers who first described its applications in genetic research.
A genogram is also known as a Friedman-Gerson study, named after the researchers who first described its applications in genetic research.
Genograms can be instrumental in identifying recurring behavioral patterns and hereditary predispositions within a family.
Genograms can be instrumental in identifying recurring behavioral patterns and hereditary predispositions within a family.
A V-Chart is a more complex version of a genogram, used for visualizing intricate hereditary patterns.
A V-Chart is a more complex version of a genogram, used for visualizing intricate hereditary patterns.
Constructing a family genogram involves only recording names and dates of birth, mirroring the process of creating a basic family tree illustration.
Constructing a family genogram involves only recording names and dates of birth, mirroring the process of creating a basic family tree illustration.
Genetic research, psychology, social work and genealogy are domains that use genograms.
Genetic research, psychology, social work and genealogy are domains that use genograms.
Radolf Gerson was one of the original developers of genograms, prior to Monica McGoldrick.
Radolf Gerson was one of the original developers of genograms, prior to Monica McGoldrick.
Genograms are exclusively used in medical fields and genetic research.
Genograms are exclusively used in medical fields and genetic research.
Genograms utilize standardized symbols to represent family relationships and history across generations.
Genograms utilize standardized symbols to represent family relationships and history across generations.
A dashed line in a genogram typically represents a very close relationship between family members.
A dashed line in a genogram typically represents a very close relationship between family members.
In genogram symbology, a triangle indicates a lesbian relationship.
In genogram symbology, a triangle indicates a lesbian relationship.
Genograms are limited to only displaying information about biological relationships, excluding adoptions or foster relationships.
Genograms are limited to only displaying information about biological relationships, excluding adoptions or foster relationships.
A genogram uses a diamond shape to represent twins.
A genogram uses a diamond shape to represent twins.
The symbol for divorce in a genogram contains one diagonal line crossing the marriage line.
The symbol for divorce in a genogram contains one diagonal line crossing the marriage line.
Genograms are exclusively used in academic research and have no practical applications in fields like medicine or social work.
Genograms are exclusively used in academic research and have no practical applications in fields like medicine or social work.
A genogram is simply a written description of family relationships without any visual components.
A genogram is simply a written description of family relationships without any visual components.
The use of genograms is limited to identifying genetic predispositions to diseases and has no relevance in understanding emotional or behavioral patterns.
The use of genograms is limited to identifying genetic predispositions to diseases and has no relevance in understanding emotional or behavioral patterns.
Murray Bowen is credited with inventing the concept of the genogram as part of his family systems model.
Murray Bowen is credited with inventing the concept of the genogram as part of his family systems model.
Genograms were first developed in the 1890s, coinciding with the rise of Freudian psychology.
Genograms were first developed in the 1890s, coinciding with the rise of Freudian psychology.
In genograms, a triangle typically represents a female individual.
In genograms, a triangle typically represents a female individual.
Monica McGoldrick and Randy Gerson are known for popularizing genograms, but their work primarily focused on applying them in veterinary science.
Monica McGoldrick and Randy Gerson are known for popularizing genograms, but their work primarily focused on applying them in veterinary science.
The primary purpose of a genogram is to replace traditional family trees with a more visually appealing and decorative format.
The primary purpose of a genogram is to replace traditional family trees with a more visually appealing and decorative format.
In a genogram, a solid line typically represents a deceased relationship.
In a genogram, a solid line typically represents a deceased relationship.
According to the provided family relationships, if A is the husband of B, and C is their son, then D, the wife of C, must be A's daughter-in-law.
According to the provided family relationships, if A is the husband of B, and C is their son, then D, the wife of C, must be A's daughter-in-law.
If Jaime Burgos is 29 years old and Joseph Burgos is 24 years old, as indicated, they can be considered twin children.
If Jaime Burgos is 29 years old and Joseph Burgos is 24 years old, as indicated, they can be considered twin children.
In a genogram, a dotted line connecting two individuals indicates a distant relationship.
In a genogram, a dotted line connecting two individuals indicates a distant relationship.
Based on the family relationships, if E are the twin children of C and D, then C is the grandfather of E.
Based on the family relationships, if E are the twin children of C and D, then C is the grandfather of E.
If Joel Burgos and Carlito Burgos divorced after 30 years of marriage, their genogram would display them connected by a solid line with a single slash.
If Joel Burgos and Carlito Burgos divorced after 30 years of marriage, their genogram would display them connected by a solid line with a single slash.
If Joseph is in a long-distance relationship with Jona, a genogram would represent this with a solid line indicating their marital bond; the distance holds no meaning in the genogram.
If Joseph is in a long-distance relationship with Jona, a genogram would represent this with a solid line indicating their marital bond; the distance holds no meaning in the genogram.
In a genogram, a square typically represents a deceased female individual.
In a genogram, a square typically represents a deceased female individual.
Flashcards
Genogram
Genogram
A graphic representation of a family tree that displays detailed data on relationships among individuals, hereditary patterns, and psychological factors.
Family Tree Illustration Advantage
Family Tree Illustration Advantage
A visual representation of family relationships and patterns across generations.
Emotional Relationships Importance
Emotional Relationships Importance
The emotional connection and interactions between family members.
Male Symbol in Genogram
Male Symbol in Genogram
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Female Symbol in Genogram
Female Symbol in Genogram
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Symbol A Meaning
Symbol A Meaning
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Symbol B Meaning
Symbol B Meaning
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Symbols C, D and E Meaning
Symbols C, D and E Meaning
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What is a genogram?
What is a genogram?
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Male Symbol
Male Symbol
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Female Symbol
Female Symbol
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Pregnancy Symbol
Pregnancy Symbol
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Married Symbol
Married Symbol
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Divorced Symbol
Divorced Symbol
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Death Symbol
Death Symbol
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Conflictual Relationship
Conflictual Relationship
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Purpose of a genogram
Purpose of a genogram
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Who popularized genograms?
Who popularized genograms?
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Fields using genograms
Fields using genograms
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Genogram vs. Family Tree
Genogram vs. Family Tree
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What can you visualize with a genogram?
What can you visualize with a genogram?
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What can genograms identify?
What can genograms identify?
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Who invented the genogram concept?
Who invented the genogram concept?
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Genogram Symbols
Genogram Symbols
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Health Insights from Genograms
Health Insights from Genograms
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Behavioral Patterns in Genograms
Behavioral Patterns in Genograms
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Relationship Dynamics in Genograms
Relationship Dynamics in Genograms
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Self-Understanding via Genograms
Self-Understanding via Genograms
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Creating a Genogram Method
Creating a Genogram Method
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Genogram: Married Symbol
Genogram: Married Symbol
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Genogram: Deceased Symbol
Genogram: Deceased Symbol
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Cohabitation in Genogram
Cohabitation in Genogram
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Genogram: Divorced Symbol
Genogram: Divorced Symbol
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Genogram Purpose
Genogram Purpose
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Genogram Insights
Genogram Insights
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Genogram Information
Genogram Information
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Genogram: Emotional Bonds
Genogram: Emotional Bonds
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Who are McGoldrick and Gerson?
Who are McGoldrick and Gerson?
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McGoldrick–Gerson study
McGoldrick–Gerson study
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Who is Murray Bowen?
Who is Murray Bowen?
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When was it invented?
When was it invented?
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Genogram in Psychology
Genogram in Psychology
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Genogram use in medicine
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Genogram in Social Work
Genogram in Social Work
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Study Notes
- Quarter 2 – Module 8 focuses on making a genogram and tracing specific physical, personality, or behavioral attributes across generations.
- The module aims to define genograms, appreciate their importance, and create family genograms to trace various attributes.
- A genogram is a graphic representation of a family tree displaying detailed data on relationships.
- Genograms describe physical and social relationships, emotional connections, and family attributes, making them more complex than traditional family trees.
- Monica McGoldrick and Randy Gerson developed and popularized genograms in clinical settings, first publishing on them in 1985.
- Genograms are used in medicine, psychology, social work, genealogy, genetic research, and education.
- Genograms help visualize hereditary patterns, psychological factors, repetitive behaviors, and hereditary tendencies.
- Murray Bowen invented the genogram concept as part of his family systems model in the 1970s.
- Genograms are used for personal records and to explain family dynamics in personal and family therapy.
- Genograms use specific symbols to describe family relationships over multiple generations.
- Common genogram symbols include those for male, female, pregnancy, gay, and lesbian individuals.
- Additional symbols represent death, marriage, separation, divorce, conflictual, close, and distant relationships.
- Other symbols designate no gender, pets, adopted and foster children, pregnancy, miscarriage, abortion, fraternal and identical twins.
- Emotional relationships are depicted using symbols for hate, love, distrust, best friends, violence, physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, manipulative behavior, and controlling behavior.
- Medical genogram symbols represent conditions like heart disease, breast cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, depression, smoking, and substance abuse.
Steps to draw a genogram:
- Determine the purpose to select what family information to include.
- Include the names of all family members you want in the genogram.
- Gather facts and figures about your relatives through organized questions.
- Take notes on how each family member is connected, beginning with older generations.
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Explore genograms: visual family history tools. Discover how they capture medical history and family dynamics. Learn about standard symbols and practical applications.
