Genograms in family assessment. As a social work student, one can use their own family as the context for assessment. The graphic nature of the eco-map tends to highlight social deficiencies and excesses, as well as, areas of conflict. These are drawn in the middle of a sheet of paper and placed in a large circle. Other significant social systems with which the person, family or household members interact are also identified and encircled.
Lines characterize the nature of the relationships between the identified social systems.
Arrows are used to indicate the direction of the flow of energy or resources between systems. Upon the completion of your eco-map, respond to the following reflective questions. Which tend to deplete your energy. This paper should focus on an analysis of our own family using Satir s theoretical perspectives, while at the same time, having been represented on your genogram and ecological map. You should address you reactions to your learnings this semester.