Karpman's Drama Triangle: Unhealthy Relationship Patterns Worksheet

Karpman's Drama Triangle, is a social model that describes the roles people often play in dysfunctional or conflict-ridden relationships. It was developed by psychiatrist Dr. Stephen Karpman in the 1960s. The Drama Triangle consists of three roles: victim, persecutor, and rescuer. This worksheet outlines the roles each part can take or play in the perpetuation of these unhealthy patterns.