The Karpman Triangle or “Dramatic Triangle” is a popular model for the development of relationship dynamics. According to Stephen Karpman, people who have not reached psychological maturity play one of three roles – the victim, the aggressor or the persecutor. In different situations, the same person can take on a different role. The passive victim sincerely believes that nothing can be fixed. In addition, they do not want to change anything. With victim behaviour, the person attracts a persecutor who asserts themself at the other’s expense. There is also a lifeguard who is kind, empathic, and responsible. He is trying to increase self-esteem by helping the victim. More information about these roles can be found in Karpman’s book, “A Game Free Life.”