Genogram and Ecomap

Question 1

Name 3 purposes of the Genogram.

Answer 1

1. As a working tool to help explore internal family dynamics and relationships.
2. To summarise, and help understand and interpret information obtained.
3. As case notes which other helping professionals can refer to.

Question 2

Name 3 purposes of the Ecomap.

Answer 2

1. As a direct tool to help explore external dynamics of the family.
2. To record, and help understand and interpret information obtained.
3. As case notes which other helping professionals can refer to.