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SHS DEPARTMENT
(S.Y. 2021-2022)

Learning Module
In

Prepared by:
Mrs. Nicka Joy C. Maala

Checked and Approved by:

Angelika Tibayan Jojie R. De Ramos

Instructional Development Committee
Noted by:
Vina N. Mendoza
Directress for Academic Affairs

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WEEK 8

TOPIC: DEEPENINF FAMILY STRUCTURES AND LEGACIES

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the lesson the learners must able to:

1. Explain how a genogram help a person to trace roots of the family and,
2. Create their own family genogram.
LESSON 8
TRACING FAMILY ROOTS: THE USE OF THE GENOGRAM
A genogram is a detailed realistic picture of a genealogical chart that shows how members in a family
of multiple generations are connected to each other. It uses special symbols to describe these
relationships. This graphic family map goes beyond a traditional family tree as it can be used to analyze
hereditary patterns and psychological factors that characterize relationships.
Renowned family therapist Monica McGoldrick and psychologist Randy Gerson conceptualized and
propagated genograms in clinical settings. To date, these graphical symbols are useful in medicine,
psychology, education, social work, and other related fields.

Figure 1. Example of a genogram

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Genograms can be very useful as they comprise rich data on the families, including personal
circumstances and date of death of each individual. Other extra information include education, occupation,
and other professional affiliations. There are genograms that reveal data on problem behaviors and
ailments in the family.

Genograms may vary because anything can be incorporated in the databank.

Simple Guide to Genograms

Genograms can be very useful in determining modes of behavior in the ancestral lineage that can
explain the present behavior of young people. Adolescents usually appreciate the chance to share their
family background. Precautions should be applied, however, in instances where some family members do
not appreciate seeing a visual representation of relationships that are considered distant and conflictual. In
this case, the genogram should be used sensitively.

CHARACTERS AND CODES FOR ILLUSTRATING A GENOGRAM

The following are the symbols commonly used in a genogram:

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How to Make a Genogram

These are the steps that you follow in making a genogram.

1. Decide the purpose for creating a genogram which is somehow similar to a family tree. Would it be for a
school project, use of a healthcare provider, planning a family reunion, and others? In designing a
genogram, you may need to be familiar with the names and relationships of the family members in your
genogram, their medical history, and emotional states, among others.

2. Determine how many generations will be covered by your genogram.

3. Determine the names of your relatives such as paternal and maternal grandparents, par- ents, aunts,
uncles, and their children.

4. Indicate if a relative is deceased, male or female, or if a couple is separated, depending on the purpose
of your genogram.

5. As you connect the relationships, appropriate symbols are utilized to indicate whether the relationships
are close, conflictual, or distant.

For gathering data about your relatives, texting, phone call interview, emails, social me- dia,
photograph documentation, and other forms of research may be utilized.

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Name:__________________________________ Section: _________________________

WEEK 8

ACTIVITY

Make a genogram tracing the genders of your family members through multiple generations. Trace also the
existence of twins, if present. Start your genogram from your paternal and maternal grandparents. Describe
the physical attributes, personality traits, and behjavioral attributes that surfaced through generations.

Grading criteria 25pts 20pts 15pts 10pts

The student followed all the directions for simple
genogram including some detail on individuals in
each program.
Did the student provide information regarding their
relationship and connections to family of origin?
Did the students use symbols reasonably
correctly?
Did the student provide a visual presentation of
their family of origin?
Total score