500 word discussion Genograms: Initial Insights and Considerations for Practice

Due 1/27 8 am est

500 words not including title and must incorporate at least 2 scholarly citation in APA format. Any sources cited must have been

published within the last five years. Acceptable sources include the course textbooks, research

and peer-reviewed journals, and books.

 Over the past few weeks, you have learned about the genogram in the McGoldrick, et.al., text. The first five chapters provide lots of information about how and why the genogram is used, as well as introducing you to the concepts of patterns and constellations in family systems. For your initial post, share your thoughts on how the concepts of 1) Family Patterns and 2) Family constellations are important. First, define each of these terms in your own words and 2) discuss why it is important for family counselors and therapists to assess family patterns and constellations during the assessment phase of the therapeutic relationship. Cite your sources in APA Style.