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Genograms: Definition and Use

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How is a genogram used in psychology and counseling?

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This is an introductory lesson on the genogram and how it is used.

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A genogram is a practical framework for understanding family patterns (McGoldrick,2008). Genograms will allow professionals to track family histories and relationships to find out where a particular problem or issue may have started that is affecting the family of the present and into the future if not solved in some fashion. Genograms record information about family members and their relationships over at least three generations. They display family information graphically in a way that provides a wide range of ...

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