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Family TherapyJuly 14, 2026

Family Therapy Genogram Examples: Bowen, Structural, and Couples Work

Eight annotated genogram examples for family therapists: Bowen triangles, structural boundaries, blended families, couples work, and cultural genograms.

11 min read
Case StudiesJuly 14, 2026

Substance Abuse Genogram Examples: Mapping Addiction Across Generations

Eight annotated genogram examples for counselors: alcohol, opioids, ACOA dynamics, codependency, dual diagnosis, and recovery mapped across generations.

11 min read
MedicalJuly 14, 2026

Genogram Examples for Nursing Students

Eight annotated genogram examples for nursing students, covering cardiovascular risk, diabetes, BRCA, COPD, sickle cell, and a full nursing assessment.

10 min read
Family TherapyJuly 12, 2026

Genogram: The Complete Guide to Mapping Family Systems

A genogram isn't a fancier family tree — it's a clinical instrument for reading emotional patterns across generations. Here's how to build one that actually works.

5 min read
UncategorizedJuly 10, 2026

The Radial Quick-Add Menu: The Fastest Way to Build a Genogram

Building a 30-person genogram through toolbar menus means hundreds of pointer miles. How we mapped the classic pie-menu pattern onto genogram semantics — parents on top, children below — so direction equals generation.

8 min read
UncategorizedJuly 10, 2026

Line Tunneling: Why Crossing Lines in a Genogram Should Hop

Dense genograms force lines to cross — and a flat crossing reads as a false connection. The design story behind automatic line tunneling and the circuit-diagram convention it borrows.

9 min read
MedicalJune 23, 2026

Ecomap in Nursing: Family Health Assessment Guide (With Examples)

How nurses use ecomaps in family health assessments — with 3 annotated clinical examples for cardiovascular, diabetes, and postpartum care.

10 min read
Case StudiesJune 16, 2026

Genogram Intake Assessment: A Clinician's Step-by-Step Guide

How to conduct a genogram intake assessment in therapy, social work, and nursing — including what questions to ask, how to draw it in session, and how to use it clinically.

9 min read
Best PracticesJune 9, 2026

How to Read a Genogram: Symbols, Lines and Patterns Explained

A step-by-step guide to reading a genogram — shapes, relationship lines, emotional bonds, and a worked annotated example for students and early-career clinicians.

11 min read
Case StudiesJune 2, 2026

15 Genogram Examples for Social Workers, Therapists and Nurses

Annotated genogram examples for social work, therapy, and nursing — covering CPS cases, substance abuse, family therapy, and hereditary health assessments.

14 min read
Best PracticesDecember 9, 2025

Best Genogram Software in 2025: The Definitive Comparison

We analyzed every major genogram tool—from legacy desktop apps to modern AI-powered platforms. See how they compare on features, ease of use, and value. Includes our Steve Jobs-inspired quadrant chart.

10 min read
Family TherapyNovember 18, 2025

Understanding Emotional Relationship Patterns in Family Systems

A deep dive into visualizing emotional bonds, conflicts, and cutoffs within family genograms. Learn how to identify and map the 14 emotional relationship types supported by GenogramAI.

8 min read
MedicalNovember 15, 2025

Medical History Tracking: A New Standard in Genetic Counseling

How GenogramAI's medical indicator system is helping genetic counselors identify hereditary patterns. Track heart disease, cancer, diabetes, mental health conditions, and substance abuse across generations.

6 min read
Cultural StudiesNovember 10, 2025

Cultural Heritage Patterns: Representing Diversity in Genograms

Best practices for accurately representing multicultural families using GenogramAI's 11 heritage patterns. Learn how to use colors, patterns, and labels to honor family diversity.

7 min read
Best PracticesNovember 5, 2025

From Paper to Digital: Modernizing Your Genogram Practice

Tips for transitioning from hand-drawn genograms to digital tools while maintaining professional accuracy. Includes comparison of features and workflow optimization strategies.

5 min read
Case StudiesOctober 22, 2025

Case Study: Multigenerational Trauma in Family Therapy

How one therapist used GenogramAI to uncover and address patterns of intergenerational trauma. Includes detailed methodology and outcomes using emotional overlays.

9 min read
FeaturesOctober 15, 2025

Location Tracking: Visualizing Family Migration Patterns

Use GenogramAI's location features to map family migration across generations. Track 50+ countries with flag indicators and geographic data overlays.

6 min read
AI & TechnologyOctober 8, 2025

AI Prompt Engineering for Complex Family Structures

Advanced techniques for writing AI prompts that accurately capture complex family structures including blended families, adoptions, and non-traditional relationships.

8 min read

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