Understanding the Drama Triangle
A Grade 12 Social Studies worksheet exploring the Karpman Drama Triangle, its roles, and how to move towards healthier interactions.
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Understanding the Drama Triangle
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers based on your understanding of the Karpman Drama Triangle.
The Karpman Drama Triangle is a social model of human interaction. It describes three dysfunctional roles that people often take in conflict situations: the Victim, the Persecutor, and the Rescuer.
1. Which of the following is NOT one of the three roles in the Karpman Drama Triangle?
Victim
Challenger
Rescuer
Persecutor
2. The role in the Drama Triangle is characterized by blaming others and being critical.
3. A person in the role often feels helpless and unable to solve their own problems.
4. The Drama Triangle promotes healthy and productive communication.
True
False
5. Describe one characteristic of the 'Rescuer' role in the Drama Triangle. How might this role be detrimental?
Match each Drama Triangle role with its primary characteristic.
6. Victim
a. Blames others, critical
7. Persecutor
b. Feels helpless, seeks saving
8. Rescuer
c. Offers unsolicited help, takes responsibility for others
9. Discuss how understanding the Drama Triangle can help individuals foster healthier relationships and improve communication. Provide a real-world example of how someone might shift out of a Drama Triangle role.
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