The Drama Triangle – Free Neurodiversity-Friendly Handout

This gentle and easy-to-understand handout explores the Drama Triangle and how stress, overwhelm and emotional reactions can shape our relationships and responses. Designed with neurodivergent teenagers and adults in mind, it explains the three common roles people can fall into — Victim, Rescuer and Persecutor — and introduces healthier, more empowering ways to respond.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Neurodiversity-friendly explanations.
• Real-life relatable examples.
• Visual, easy-to-follow layouts.
• Emotional regulation and self-awareness tools.
• Guidance on moving from reactive patterns into healthier communication and connection.
• Introduction to the Empowerment Triangle and practical ways to step out of unhelpful cycles.

This resource is ideal for:

• Neurodivergent teenagers and young people.
• Parents and carers.
• Schools and wellbeing staff.
• Anyone wanting to better understand emotional dynamics and relationships.

Created in a calm, compassionate and accessible style, this handout aims to support self-understanding without shame or blame.

This is a FREE digital download from Marsco ADHD Coaching and Wellbeing.

You may also like the additional workbooks available in the shop, covering emotional regulation, self-awareness and neurodiversity-affirming wellbeing tools.