Indigenous Family System
A three-generation Navajo (Diné) family genogram illustrating the extended kinship network, matrilineal clan system, and the lasting effects of historical...
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About This Genogram
A three-generation Navajo (Diné) family genogram illustrating the extended kinship network, matrilineal clan system, and the lasting effects of historical trauma including boarding school experiences. Demonstrates the central role of the grandmother as matriarch, the resilience of cultural traditions alongside intergenerational trauma, and the tension between reservation life and urban relocation.
Key Patterns in This Genogram
Cultural Context
How cultural values and traditions shape family structure and relationships.
Family Roles
Culturally defined family roles, expectations, and intergenerational dynamics.
Immigration & Adaptation
How families navigate cultural transitions while maintaining identity and bonds.
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