Genogram In Social Work

In social work, genograms can be an important too when working with children and families. Genograms are a practical tool in social work practice, it is useful in gathering information, understanding relationship dynamics and behavioral patterns, promoting the client’s self-understanding, conduction assessments, and guiding the practitioner to interventions (Pope & Lee, 2016, para. 3). The genogram invites the client to talk about the family dynamics, culture and other relationships that may not be understood by the social worker. Genograms are an effective tool used by many disciplines to gain an understanding of not only family dynamics but family stressors and one’s strengths or weaknesses.
After completing the genogram for the Hernandez
3). An individual should not have to use alcohol as a coping mechanism for stress; there is obvious reason for concern. Elena and Juan both seem to have a strong support system which could be utilized when feeling stressed with the children or work. By taking advantage of the support system the children would not have to incur unusual punishments from their parents. Juan and Elena must have the knowledge of knowing when they feel to stressed and learn to lean on their support system instead of taking it out on the
In the case of Juan and Elena there is a definite need for parenting classes to show them proper parenting skills for Juan Jr. and Alberto. It would also be beneficial for Juan to have some one on one counseling to talk about the issues he may be having at work or in the home. Juan and Elena are both being pressured with the daily responsibilities and trying to make ends meet. The social worker in charge of the case should also provide Juan and Elena resources where they can get help in providing for their family. So many families have no idea what kind and how much help is provided by the state they reside in. By having parenting classes and referrals to resources, this should take some of the stress out of the family so that it can be more