{"id":80891,"date":"2024-02-06T23:18:29","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T04:18:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/?p=80891"},"modified":"2025-12-15T02:36:03","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T07:36:03","slug":"how-to-make-a-genogram","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-genogram\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Genogram in 7 Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/How_to_Make_a_Genogram_in_7_Steps.png\" alt=\"How to Make a Genogram in 7 Steps\" class=\"wp-image-80904\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/How_to_Make_a_Genogram_in_7_Steps.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/How_to_Make_a_Genogram_in_7_Steps-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/How_to_Make_a_Genogram_in_7_Steps-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/How_to_Make_a_Genogram_in_7_Steps-730x411.png 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Growing up, I always wondered about my family tree. Who were my parents or grandparents really and how did their experiences shape my life?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If only I had known genograms can help answer these questions. Think of genograms as family trees that reveal detailed information about different family members.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But creating genograms can get really technical. You have to know how to visualize information like marriage, medical history and behaviors with lines and symbols.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, I\u2019ll show you how to make a professional genogram in minutes using an easy-to-use <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/genogram-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Genogram Maker<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/genogram\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">genogram templates<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/genogram-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>START CREATING A GENOGRAM FOR FREE\u00a0<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading 1\" id=\"figure-out\">Step 1: Figure out why you need a genogram<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First, figure out what information or insights you want from a genogram diagram. This ensures you don\u2019t waste time on unnecessary details.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, let\u2019s say you want to visualize hereditary patterns of illness in your family to see if you\u2019re at risk of diabetes, leukemia, cancer, or even stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this case, you\u2019ll need a medical genogram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a great example of a genogram that tracks the prevalence of cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/family-medical-history-genogram-4b39cb2b-11bb-4031-90a7-fb11e38274d9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Family-Medical-History-Genogram.png\" alt=\"Family Medical History Genogram Diagram Template\" class=\"wp-image-81091\" width=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Family-Medical-History-Genogram.png 640w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Family-Medical-History-Genogram-232x300.png 232w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/family-medical-history-genogram-4b39cb2b-11bb-4031-90a7-fb11e38274d9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, for a medical genogram to be effective, it should include at least three generations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But let&#8217;s say you want an overview of your family\u2019s social dynamics. Will a medical genogram work?&nbsp;Not really. In this case, you&#8217;ll want a family genogram.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how your genogram might look in this scenario:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/social-work-genogram-template-d0238705-7e58-47ef-bc78-9b1bf6fee784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Social-Work-Genogram-Template.png\" alt=\"Social Work Genogram Template\" class=\"wp-image-81092\" width=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Social-Work-Genogram-Template.png 640w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Social-Work-Genogram-Template-232x300.png 232w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/social-work-genogram-template-d0238705-7e58-47ef-bc78-9b1bf6fee784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p>Notice how the focus and the type of information it highlights is different compared to a medical genogram?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are five common types of genograms you can create:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Family genograms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical genograms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Psychological genograms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural genograms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social genograms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/genogram-example\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>10+ Genogram Examples (and How to Create Them)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gather-data\">Step 2: Gather the data <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what type of genogram to create (family relationship genogram vs some other type), it\u2019s time to start collecting the data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can seem daunting. I mean it&#8217;s one thing to collect names, birthdays, relationships and medical history, but another to get personal and sensitive information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need to interview family members to find details on emotional relationships and\/or illness. Consult a personal counselor or anyone else you think can help you, if you\u2019re unsure how to approach family.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what if talking to family doesn&#8217;t yield enough information to create a <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/family-tree\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">family tree<\/a>? Well, it\u2019s time to put on your detective hat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider checking out your area\u2019s public records. You can also use an online public records lookup service for this (check out <a href=\"https:\/\/unmask.com\/Public-Records\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this one<\/a>, for example). You\u2019ll be surprised by how much information you can uncover about your family in the archives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have the data,&nbsp;use <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/what-is-an-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">infographics<\/a> to summarize information in a visually appealing format.&nbsp;For example, you can use this medical infographic to <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-summarize\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">summarize information<\/a> about people in your family:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/select-nursing-and-medical-diagnoses-comparison-fa714261-c1b2-4ddc-aeea-35fcd4b87b2e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-2-1024x791.png\" alt=\"Select Nursing And Medical Diagnoses Comparison\" class=\"wp-image-80894\" width=\"700\" height=\"590\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/select-nursing-and-medical-diagnoses-comparison-fa714261-c1b2-4ddc-aeea-35fcd4b87b2e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: You don\u2019t always have to use a medical infographic to visually organize information. There are several <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/9-types-of-infographic-template\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">types of infographics<\/a> you can use. Venngage has thousands of free <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">infographic templates<\/a> you can edit and customize for free!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"initial-structure\">Step 3: Create the initial structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A genogram features basic symbols to represent family members and family relationships.&nbsp;Include at least three generations in your genogram:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Generation 1: <\/strong>Grandparents and their siblings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Generation 2: <\/strong>Parents and their siblings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Generation 3: <\/strong>Yourself (and your wife), siblings, cousins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of this as the \u2018skeleton\u2019 of your genogram. Each generation should occupy a different level on the horizontal pane of a page.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start off your genogram by first writing the names of your family members in their relevant position.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have several options. You can do this manually by hand, purchase a genogram creator software to draw the outline, or edit a free genogram template (hint: Venngage has many free genogram templates!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry if it doesn&#8217;t yet (I\u2019ll show you how to add lines and shapes soon).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have the names listed, it\u2019s time to add genogram symbols and lines to visualize relationships.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"symbols\">Step 4: Add symbols and lines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In genograms, individuals are represented by family relationship symbols while lines reveal emotional and social relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are genogram symbols you need to know:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Gender symbols<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relationship lines&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social connections symbols<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic genogram symbols<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Squares and circles are the most prominent symbols in a genogram.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditionally, a square represents males while a circle indicates female. However, modern genograms are inclusive and allow for representation of several identities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you can use a square with rounded corners or a circle with a small square to represent a person who identifies as neither male or female.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some other symbols you should be aware of:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/H8MLwYB2BfnSrRxzy3z2oaA5mcp7RbVcrkdIv-qy4uULIeiKF1CFD6XAGLh95Jo-8nb5AkBiFuJGlY4oCMFCA_ewJE93OnRdS2N3le4k19mPDIEwSEURoGeba7HOP_MwKO3lKIkcSv1jhUv_TMa7LlQ\" alt=\"Different types of genogram symbols\" width=\"700\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/File:Genogram_symbols.svg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relationship lines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A genogram without lines is like a tree without branches. Lines in a genogram provide relational context.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without lines, a genogram would simply be a collection of disconnected symbols making it almost impossible to understand family structures, relationships, and patterns.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here some some essential lines you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Marriage<\/strong> = A line connecting a square and a circle horizontally.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Divorce <\/strong>= A break in a horizontal line connecting a square and circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children<\/strong> = A vertical line dropping from the marriage line to a symbol below. If the line appears dashed, it can indicate non-biological parenthood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Siblings<\/strong> = A horizontal line between individuals at the same generational level. Variations in the line can illustrate full, half, step, or adopted sibling relationships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/rMf5Tx0LZhNtvb0zXOuLnqjZ3ljOQqEfRNckIwFeorKVhr9MscMrBW_Yv0np1wjwwMbqJpWg1abSxXKLFV2LFdKg3jmDFK2WT6H1oLdQ31YBYc1uXbibpw2uyedAtILGOfdQeZXs8uDMwFI4hApDZeI\" alt=\"Meaning of different lines in a genogram\" width=\"500\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/genopro.com\/genogram\/family-relationships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social genogram symbols<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After establishing how family members relate to each other, you can use symbols to denote life events.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ways you can do this: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Death <\/strong>= A square with a cross on an individual&#8217;s gender symbol.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pregnancy <\/strong>= A triangle. t might indicate a miscarriage or abortion, if the triangle is empty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>End of an event <\/strong>= A sash through a symbol. This indicates the end of an event, such as the end of a relationship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/tDkQvok95yLyEAHA0bJkrdafwIQrHsiK_6yueTcFZBP2sQ5Noaz9fGvZRYcSXLVB5MT0Eh4O9Ow8Frzy9mdheVg9utjjvFMmcDFgJCc0DITgGn-pAydD9gpec09JLbz0T8XRYiCsTTFsad1NI7LHCcY\" alt=\"Symbols to denote life events in a genogram\" width=\"500\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.courttheatre.org\/about\/blog\/pre-show-genogram-and-genre-activity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Source<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the information I\u2019ve shared so far will help you create a basic genogram.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what if you want to go beyond and also indicate medical conditions? You\u2019ll need some understanding of advanced lines and symbols.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Health conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When creating a medical genogram, you\u2019ll need a way to convey information on health conditions, traits, or diseases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some strategies you can use:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Color coding&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Different colors can represent various conditions. For instance, red can represent heart-related conditions, green mental health issues and blue might indicate diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Symbols within symbols&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Specific symbols inside standard gender symbols can also communicate health conditions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a heart within a symbol can signify cardiovascular diseases while a brain symbol might communicate neurological disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shading&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Full shading can denote an individual affected by a specific condition compared to half shading which could represent a carrier of a genetic trait or condition.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/IUwSSl57ulCogO-xdE5StIAC5ivvIPrU5koFse39aRnHCNS4EaITWNh7sW8EU7nmbSiLPxIjVYnCNcJupOzQGR8CPZiyPVKQTTL3VVvK2h76mpkiRM0HH5pBpsrvxcAv1U2chWtr_GcjAFG6Bkhvo7w\" alt=\"How to use shading in genogram\" width=\"700\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.socialworkportal.com\/genogram-social-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Source<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"update\">Step 5: Update your genogram<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As family relationships evolve and you learn more about other family members, make sure your genogram has up to date information to keep it accurate and relevant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can update genograms on an event by event basis or every few months.&nbsp;Do update it at least once a year, if you don&#8217;t have the time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think it\u2019ll be a chore or time-consuming to update your genogram?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I can understand. What may seem like a small change initially can actually end up requiring multiple changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why you should use Venngage to create and manage genograms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a user-friendly interface, Venngage simplifies the process of adding or modifying symbols and lines. Just point, drag, and replace items as you need in a few clicks to keep your genogram updated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t believe me? Let\u2019s pretend this was your original genogram. It shows a very close relationship (horizontal purple line) between two people in the second generation. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-a4df5012-6f08-4f89-8d49-5b6038e8986b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-1024x594.png\" alt=\"Psychological Health and Traits Genogram\" class=\"wp-image-81093\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-1024x594.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-300x174.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-768x445.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-730x423.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram.png 1519w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-a4df5012-6f08-4f89-8d49-5b6038e8986b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let&#8217;s say both become estranged. Here&#8217;s how the genogram looks after I update it. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-a4df5012-6f08-4f89-8d49-5b6038e8986b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-updated-1024x587.png\" alt=\"Psychological Health and Traits Genogram\" class=\"wp-image-81095\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-updated-1024x587.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-updated-300x172.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-updated-768x440.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-updated-730x418.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-updated.png 1520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-a4df5012-6f08-4f89-8d49-5b6038e8986b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p>With Venngage, I was able to select the purple line, delete it, add the new shape and drag it in place all in a few clicks.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"venngage\">Step 6: Use Venngage to create genograms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Researching family history and gathering each person\u2019s details is already hard work. And when you add having to learn specialized software to make a genogram on top, it\u2019s easy to get demotivated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s not the case with Venngage\u2019s Genogram Maker and <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/genogram-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">genogram templates.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Venngage is an easy to use design tool that even a beginner or a non-designer user can use to create genograms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 &#8211; Login or create your Venngage account (it&#8217;s free!)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Log into your Venngage account or create a <a href=\"https:\/\/infograph.venngage.com\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">new account<\/a> if you don\u2019t already have one. This will give you access to all the tools and resources you need to create your genogram.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/EvDQUCPBCBZ4hA3UdHwv_tXGgCwJswQbq-Wno9_dXxL5PLq8_IrnK7IfppRJGmHE50X0NP4u3qOlM5CZmbeOyVjODZmsDVv0ysUvAFJf_kXO5CpXjWQE-EpcCDrEfJSZcQmCt9ayCbBqwAuOyjnnwuo\" alt=\"Venngage Sign Up\" width=\"700\" height=\"477\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 &#8211; Head over to \u201cTemplates\u201d and choose \u201cDiagrams\u201d and then \u201cGenogram\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, go to Venngage\u2019s \u201cTemplates\u201d page and select the \u201cDiagrams\u201d category on the left.&nbsp; This will give you a list of different <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/types-of-diagrams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">diagram types<\/a>, including genogram diagrams.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/JOTAVqTYyaI95Eap0_gP4kn4wxwvqWMx41lIVz74pWxTCoPbvBSDgHQQx7SsTVfcSEg01Ax9gl56wLM2fbtCR8o0g83crbNO5aVHUtcfN6-QjzkdNWHpEESSFzKNAa5wSokjd79YgkqkeOPqci20meg\" alt=\"Venngage Diagram Templates \" width=\"700\" height=\"383\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/genogram-templates-in-venngage-1-1024x598.png\" alt=\"venngage genogram diagrams \" class=\"wp-image-81109\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/genogram-templates-in-venngage-1-1024x598.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/genogram-templates-in-venngage-1-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/genogram-templates-in-venngage-1-768x448.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/genogram-templates-in-venngage-1-730x426.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/genogram-templates-in-venngage-1.png 1518w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 &#8211; Customize your genogram using symbols and colors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve picked a template you like, you can start customizing it. Add your own symbols and colors or move elements around on the canvas and change the fonts and text to match your brand or style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, let&#8217;s pretend I want to change the symbol that represents marriage. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/ancestry-and-heritage-genogram-f595407d-07f8-4ae1-aa54-c3b8d2e0aa08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/editing-venngage-genogram-1024x592.png\" alt=\"Ancestry and Heritage Genogram \" class=\"wp-image-81103\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/editing-venngage-genogram-1024x592.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/editing-venngage-genogram-300x174.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/editing-venngage-genogram-768x444.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/editing-venngage-genogram-730x422.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/editing-venngage-genogram.png 1523w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-a4df5012-6f08-4f89-8d49-5b6038e8986b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p>All I have to do is select a symbol, click replace, and add something I like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you sign up for Venngage, you&#8217;ll get access to our in-editor library of thousands of free, professional icons, plus diverse icons. You&#8217;ll never have to leave the tool to find images elsewhere!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/ancestry-and-heritage-genogram-f595407d-07f8-4ae1-aa54-c3b8d2e0aa08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/edited-venngage-genogram-1024x598.png\" alt=\"Ancestry and Heritage Genogram \" class=\"wp-image-81104\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/edited-venngage-genogram-1024x598.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/edited-venngage-genogram-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/edited-venngage-genogram-768x449.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/edited-venngage-genogram-730x426.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/edited-venngage-genogram.png 1520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/psychological-health-and-traits-genogram-a4df5012-6f08-4f89-8d49-5b6038e8986b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 &#8211; Download your genogram<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/download-venngage-template.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/download-venngage-template-1024x598.png\" alt=\"Download genogram in Venngage \" class=\"wp-image-81105\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/download-venngage-template-1024x598.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/download-venngage-template-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/download-venngage-template-768x448.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/download-venngage-template-730x426.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/download-venngage-template.png 1520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;re happy with your genogram, you can share it online or download it as a PDF or PNG with Venngage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note: <\/strong>Only users who upgrade to a <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Business<\/a> plan can download their genograms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you sign up for a Business plan, you\u2019ll also get access to <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/my-brand-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">My Brand Kit<\/a>. This feature lets you apply your brand colors to any template with one click.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you can make your genogram reflect your brand design by uploading your brand logo, fonts, and color palette using Venngage\u2019s branding feature.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2022\/06\/brand-kit-gif.gif\" alt=\"Venngage My Brand Kit \"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Not only are Venngage templates free to use and professionally designed, but they are also tailored for various use cases and industries to fit your exact needs and requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\">Step 7: Share your genogram&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve got a Venngage link or downloaded your genogram, it\u2019s time to share the insights with family, therapists, researchers, or anyone else you see fit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some genogram examples to inspire you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/educational-achievements-genogram-00970505-0692-4279-ac86-50d00b171c4d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Educational-Achievements-Genogram.png\" alt=\"Educational Achievements Genogram Template\" class=\"wp-image-81106\" width=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Educational-Achievements-Genogram.png 640w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Educational-Achievements-Genogram-232x300.png 232w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/educational-achievements-genogram-00970505-0692-4279-ac86-50d00b171c4d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/life-events-and-milestones-genogram-c49c474a-b6d9-4985-9999-6f3967fc01c8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Life-events-and-milestones-genogram.png\" alt=\"Life Events and Milestones Genogram\" class=\"wp-image-81107\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Life-events-and-milestones-genogram.png 640w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Life-events-and-milestones-genogram-300x232.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/life-events-and-milestones-genogram-c49c474a-b6d9-4985-9999-6f3967fc01c8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion: Save valuable time by creating professional and beautiful genograms in minutes with Venngage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Genograms are important tools in several fields from family therapy to medical analysis. You can also use genograms for counseling, social work, education and career growth and much more.&nbsp; Regardless of the reason why you need a genogram, Venngage can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use Venngage to customize your genogram and add your own symbols, colors, and text to match your brand or style. It\u2019s one of the most effective and time efficient ways to create genograms today.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/tree\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>START CREATING A GENOGRAM FOR FREE\u00a0<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq-question-1\"><strong>How do you make a simple genogram?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make a simple genogram, it\u2019s best to start with details of your life. Draw a square or circle, connect yourself to siblings with horizontal lines and parents with vertical lines. Repeat this process until at least you have three generations to create a simple genogram.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq-question-2\"><strong>What are the rules for making a genogram?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A few important rules for making a genogram include: 1) males are always shown on the left and females on the right, 2) horizontal lines connect people across the same generation, and 3) children are placed left to right, with the oldest coming first.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq-question-3\"><strong>Is making a genogram a good idea?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a genogram is a good idea if you want to help a family member get over issues that have spanned generations or understand the habits and actions of each individual in a family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq-question-4\"><strong>What is the best genogram maker?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer to the best genogram maker is subjective, but Venngage should definitely be on your list. 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