Psychology Question

For this assignment, construct a genogram using the Animal Genogram interactive media for a family system that has been impacted by addiction. You can choose a family system from a movie, book, television show, or other fictional source. This assignment has two deliverables:

• The PDF of the genogram you created in the Animal Genogram interactive media for your selected fictional source.
• A written document in which you summarize your fictional source based on the genogram you developed.

Instructions

1. Create a genogram for a selected fictional source using the Animal Genogram interactive media.
2. Summarize the following elements for your fictional source in a written document:

• Family Dynamics and Role of Addiction:
  • Briefly summarize the family dynamics within the chosen family system.
    • How does addiction manifest in the story, and what role does it play in shaping relationships and interactions among family members?
• Identification of Family Roles:
  • Identify and label specific family roles (e.g., enabler, scapegoat, hero) within the genogram.
    • Discuss how these roles are influenced by the presence of addiction and how they contribute to the family’s overall functioning.
• Patterns of Addiction:
  • Describe any patterns of addiction or substance abuse within the family.
    • Are there generational patterns?
    • How do these patterns affect family members and their relationships?
• Non-Genetic Influences:
  • Explain any significant non-genetic factors (e.g., trauma, socioeconomic status, cultural influences) that might contribute to addiction within this family system.
    • How do these factors interact with addiction dynamics?