Genogram Analysis Family

Comparing Bowen’s family systems theory and Minuchin’s structural family theory we will outline several fundamental categories for analysis with Goldenberg & Goldenberg (2012) as our guide. We also contrast the history and theoretical orientation of both men to garner a deeper understanding of their theories. Finally we will consider integrating elements of both theories and how this makes us more effective practitioners.

It is recommended in many helper programs that students explore their own families of origin. Furthermore, many states require professionals to participate in such a course in order to obtain state licensure. Because the genogram is a tool to explore relationships and discover patterns within the family of origin, it can be effective in helping an individual explore their own personal family of origin. When training as a helping professional, the genogram can be used to help identify patterns or experiences which might later affect the individual. For example, if a person identifies a pattern of abuse within their genogram, the individual can then explore how the abuse has affected them on

My first assumption of family therapy was to involve the parents and the individual that had the problem. This book explored further what it

The objective of doing the genogram is to get to know the patient by gaining understanding of his/her family background. Assessing the family using systemic approach enables health care providers to learn about the ways in which family members interact, what are the family expectations and norms, how effective is the members communication, who makes decisions and how the family deals with life time stressors (Hockenberry & Wilson, 2007). This paper outlines the assessment and analysis of the three generation of Wits’ and Smiths’ families, its relationship, health pattern, habits, tradition and structure. It also provides a nursing teaching plan. The interview was conduced with Alina Wit, a second generation mother of three.

This paper is an analysis of my family history in Bowenian terms. I will examine four generations on my side of the family. I have included a genogram in the appendix to examine my personal intergenerational patterns for assessment. I will also examine my family of origin in the categories of race, ethnicity, religion, social class, geographic location, jobs, mental health and medical concerns. The paper concludes comparing Bowenian ideas to other systemic concepts.

A genogram is a type of family tree, but with more detailed information. It is often used as a diagnostic and assessment tool by physicians or counselors to obtain individual and family history in order to help in the establishment of a diagnosis and treatment plan.

The family chose is Gil, Karen, and their children Kevin, Taylor, and Justin they are a pretty normal down to earth family, with minor issues. The main issue is Gil and his neuroticism; he seems to have obsessive compulsive disorder, because what is happening is that it is affecting their oldest child Kevin the most, the other two are affected but not to the extent that Kevin is being affected. Karen is the more go with the flow parent; she is more laid back and takes one day at a time with her children. She and Gil see their son Kevin is having issues and want to help him but they do not know how to. Gil tries

The role of intergenerational patterns is often used when referring to negative behaviors that are profoundly repeated throughout different generation (Birkenmaier, Berg-Weger & Dewees, 2014). Papero (2009) on the other hand, specifically linked the term intergenerational to relationship patterns that are being transmitted from one generation to another. To bring to light the immersion of intergenerational patterns, a brief understanding of Bowen’s Family Systems Theory is imperative. Bowen’s theory comprises of eight concepts and a major variable known as anxiety (Papero, 2014). All seven concepts address the family system while the eighth focus mainly on the social function of the society (Papero, 2014). In fact, one of the eighth concepts in Bowen theory is multigenerational transmission process playing an important role with intergenerational patterns. While conducting a systematic analysis of three generations within Lani family system, specific behaviors that were demonstrated were dysfunctional boundaries, marital outcomes, anxiety and transmission of parenting style.

The genogram provided a visual aid for information, allowing it to be shared and monitored. In synchrony with developments in systemic family therapy such as attention on the process and not just the content of family interactions, the use of genograms broadened according to McGoldrick, et all {2008} a focus on not just generational systems but the systems of various dissimilar/similar characteristics of families such as rules, beliefs, role, structure and secrets.

How you ever feel that we, as sons or daughter tend to repeat our parent mistakes? I have always asked myself why and I still have not have the right answer. For example my mother grew up in a very strict environment when she was a child, with my grandmother and my great grandmother coming from a Japanese Culture; my mother grew up to be a very quiet and reserve young adult. She is really kind, strict, helpful and with a very big heart. Although we had our differences when I was growing up, we get along pretty well. One of the things that stand out from her, it is her stubborn personality. Although she is a really good listener, I always feel that it has to be her way. I believe she is more like her way or the

On this genogram assignment my partner was Elizabeth Enoksen. My partner was able to identify a trend that I didn’t pick up on when I was completing my genogram. As I discussed with her about my family I shared with her about me and my kid’s relationship with their dad. Unfortunately, our relationship was not good and I became a single mother of two little boys. Elizabeth made the connection that my mom became a single parent with me and I took her strength and persevered as single mom with my children. She also noticed the trend of divorces on my father’s side of the family. Elizabeth did see the trend of me and my cousins having children before marriage.

I chose to create my family genogram based on my father’s side of the family because there are varying degrees of closeness, distance, discord and disconnect. I found this interesting because my mother’s family which consists of 13 siblings, 22 in-laws, 60 grandchildren, and close to 30 great grandchildren has a much lower degree of drama and hostility than that of my father’s family.

Thank you for sharing this information, great discussion with an excellent genogram. Genogram provides very important and significant information which included in the genogram would be concerns regarding pregnancies, illnesses, hospitalizations, deaths, and even psychiatric problems such as depression, anxieties, and phobias (Gwen, Rempel, Neufeld, & Kaysi, 2015). In addition, dates and relationships provide the framework to explore emotional boundaries, triangles, fusion and cutoffs between family members, and critical conflicts that occur among family members. The biological heredity will indicate whether there are common themes that show up through generations, which would indicate possible cause to current medical or psychological concerns.

MSTT, Jamiles, and Yessenia complete Genogram-See diagram. MSTT started working with the family on developing a plan to examine and evaluate any concerns they have at this time. The caregiver (aunt) expressed at this time she would like to focus on the youth because she is going through a tough time now. The youth recently has been kicked out of her grandmother's house and before that she was with her mother and their relationship was a phsycial one which leads to her being placed with her grandmother. MSTT started the discussion with the youth examining her feeling and emotions surrounding her recent circumatances. MSTT will continue to work with the youth and her aunt to help with the

A genogram is a graphic representation of a family tree that provides detailed information on relationships among individuals. More than a traditional family tree, it provides data that can be used to analyze hereditary patterns and psychological factors that characterize relationships (GenPro, 2012). One use for the genogram is therapeutic; genograms provide a visual for a therapist and his/her patient that can help quickly identify and understand various patterns in the patient's family history. These patterns may have an influence on the patient's current state of mind, and may also help to explain past feelings and events. A traditional family tree does not provide as much detailed information.