The Smooli Family and Issues of Child Maltreatment and Neglect: Case Analysis

There are two approaches that I would like to somehow integrate into the assessment process which are Bowen’s genogram and narrative therapy line of questioning. Both approaches can help come up with a complete picture of the family, along with uncovering the family’s story. An article written addressed how integrating a classic family therapy technique can be used in the context of narrative therapy. The author suggested that genograms create a unique opportunity to explore and re tell stories which assists the family in re-authoring (Chrzastowski, 2011). According to our reading Re authoring is when a family member already ascribed a certain belief about their lives. Furthermore, visual devices used in the assessment process can be a great

This semester, you will have the opportunity to construct a family genogram for informational purposes. You will develop a genogram, documenting information from both sides of your family (maternal and paternal) for 4 generations starting with yourself. The genogram may be hand drawn or you may use a computer drawn one. (You can download a basic program from www.genopro.com/free or from http://www.progenygenetics.com/students/ ) Your

The assessment tools that are appropriate for the population of custodial grandparents are a genogram and an ecomap of the family. The genogram is a good tool to use when assessing the grandparent because it provides a map layout to who the situation is affecting in the family. According to Rempel, et. al (2007), the genogram gives the client a chance to narrate the problem through symbols that are specific to his or her situation. The genogram is a simple tool to use for this population to start pin point where there may be relationship strains or triggers within the different family members (Rempel, et. al, 2007).

Additionally, incorporating the emotional and relational components into the genogram and asking for input from each family member could elicit thought-provoking discussion and insight for each individual member of the family, in addition to the

Since all families are different, a diagram could potentially assist a client to become aware of many aspects of their family. They construct a diagram in which they are familiar with all of their biological family members or they could construct a diagram in which they are not familiar with their biological family. Although they may not be familiar with their biological family, their adopted family is their family. Being able to see the members represented within the digram can allow the client to understand how theories and therapies can influence knowledge of the client’s

Origins of a family have meaning and history. By keeping track of family relations also known as a family tree it can allow us to keep records of the past. The Edwards family tree shows great record from the early 1700 's to the mid 1800 's. This family tree demonstrates when a person was baptized; when they got married; and when they passed away. The Edwards family chart show the different relations of marriages and fertility rate from today 's society. From the chart we can determine that the Edwards family show a different demography compared to todays society. This is because life expectancy was shorter; families were larger; and finally marriages were happening at a young age.

For example, it allows us to observe the people making up the family unit. There are three aspects of family structure: internal structure, external structure, and context. The internal structure consists of six subcategories including: family composition, gender, sexual orientation, rank order, subsystems, and boundaries (Wright & Leahey, 2013). Extended family and larger systems, such as work, make up the external structure. The context aspect of the family structure includes: ethnicity, race, social class, spirituality, and/or religion, and environment (Wright & Leahey, 2013). The genogram is a structural assessment tool used to help to convey information to better understand the configuration of a family. I will be providing a genogram of the family I will be assessing in order to better understand the family structure. I will also be focusing on gender as an important subcategory to be included in the assessment. I have known the family for a very long time, and I know gender has certainly impacted the family. By exploring the beliefs and expectations the family has with regards to gender, I will be better able to understand to what extent gender has influenced the family

This writer spoke with Latisha child abuse and neglect 8/21/17 from (Indiana Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline and reported that she does not have Ms. Morgan's information and that this writer needs to call a different unite and request a form and the waiting process is about a week to two weeks for a response. According to Andiana the waiting list is about two weeks to find out if there was any CP history for Ms, Morgan.

Genograms are used to graphically represent a family tree and display detailed data on relationships among the individuals included in the family tree. In essence, families are complex systems that interact with kin groups in specific ways, and a genogram helps to show a diagram of a family tree, but also maps out interactions, relationships, traits, and characteristics that may otherwise not be noticed. The purpose of a genogram is to identify and understand patterns in family history which may influence an individual’s personal behavior and traits. Family Systems Theory, presented by Dr. Murray Bowen, suggests that an individual cannot be understood in isolation from their family members. According to Dr. Bowen, the family is an emotional

Genograms are like family trees with more details. Within a Genogram you can clearly see patterns and connections amongst numerous family members. Before I made my genogram, I had to do an interview with my client, Ileyna Gil. In this interview we discussed her family line, cultural background and religious beliefs. Religion was an important piece of her family’s life. After conducting the interview, I structured her genogram utilizing three generations of Ileyna’s family. After reviewing my notes on Ileyna 's genogram, I identified her family member’s strengths, the impact of Ilena 's cultural background on her way of life.

The family that is being observed for this assignment is headed by a married couple who has been together for a little over 40th years. Cliff Barnes a 61 year old male is married to Amy Barnes 66 years old. Their immediate household composition includes Amy Barnes’s 44 year son from a previous relationship, her 22 year old grandson and the couple’s 15 year old adopted daughter. I have included the immediate family members in the attached genogram because they play a major role in the family dynamics.

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.

In the health department genetics are very important. If your family has a history of a certain illness, like Huntington's disease which breaks down your brain over time, that would be something your doctors would like to know. There are a lot of genetic illnesses. To have one of these illnesses your parents or a parent must be a carrier or has the disease. Some of them are manageable, others are not.

With child abuse and neglect being so prevalent globally, it is important to recognize why these types of maltreatment occur and is a relevant topic for all to explore. Many are interested in how child abuse and neglect affect the individuals who are victims as well as the use and efficacy of treatment procedures. Child abuse has serious physical and psycho-social consequences which adversely affect the health and overall well-being of a child. There are long-term consequences of experiencing these forms of maltreatment. Awareness and understanding needs to be brought to this devastatingly common crisis and the advancement of child abuse and neglect prevention needs to be encouraged.

(Cohen, 2017) By following the Family development theory you are able to better understand the running of a family and the different dynamics that occur within it. As for the genogram, it can detect patterns in psychological health and hereditary diseases and can show how families can better their relationship for the