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Genograms: a psychosocial assessment tool for hospice
The Hospice Journal
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Genograms offer a simple way to understand hospice family dynamics and needs. This visual tool helps identify support systems for patients and families before death and during bereavement.
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care
- Family Systems Theory
- Social Work
Background:
- Genograms are effective, non-intrusive assessment tools for hospice care.
- Understanding family roles and dynamics is crucial in end-of-life care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the utility of genograms in hospice settings.
- To demonstrate how genograms reveal family life cycle issues and relationships.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing genograms as a visual mapping tool.
- Diagramming family structures, roles, and relationships.
Main Results:
- Genograms reveal family dynamics, roles, and life cycle issues.
- The tool can extend to include community and spiritual support networks.
- Identified needs inform interventions for patients and families.
Conclusions:
- Genograms are valuable for assessing hospice patient and family needs.
- The assessment aids in planning interventions during terminal illness and bereavement.
- Genograms provide a comprehensive view of the patient's support system.