Genogram Based Interactional Measure (GBIM): Practice as Usual Outcome Measure Flashcards
does the GBIM replace (fully) the traditional genogram
no, it does not
why is the genogram the most commonly used tools in therapy
The genogram not only creates clarity as to the members of the family and their relationships to one another, but it provides the clinician with a view of all subsystems that might be included in treatment.
how is the GBIM different than the genogram
-The GBIM is a fast, paper-and-pencil tool. It is done with the client(s) as part of intake.
-The GBIM looks like this: (see ppt)
how was the GBIM developed
-Developed over a five-year period
-Using the GBIM to improve treatment and increase system’s thinking
-Provides Qualitative and Quantitative Data
-Is enjoyed by the families completing this measure
process of making the GBIM
Briefly review legend of interactional symbols with family members present. This should take approximately 10 minutes, leaving a few minutes for the family to ask appropriate questions.
Ask family members present to list family members whom they consider important to their family system.
-This step may cause confusion. Members of one’s family are important if there are still emotional feelings about the person. For example, a former spouse may no longer seem part of “your family,” but due to that person’s relationship with your child, there are emotional bonds that remain and should be included in the genogram.
Ask family members to evaluate the quality of the interaction between members using the legend provided.
add all the interactions up and then divide by number of interactions
legend for the GBIM
-Close relationship +3
-Cordial Relationship +1
-Some intense fighting in close relationship 0
-Enmeshed relationship (-1)
-Distant relationship (-1)
-Cut off (-2)
-Intense fighting in a cordial relationship (-2)
-Conflict/hostile relationship (-3)
-Physical or sexual violence (-5)
