History Repeats

Dr. Bloom and Ms. Yanosy discuss the nature of traumatic reenactment and our biologically-based preference for familiarity, explaining the connection between behavior and the unconscious mind. Then, they dive into the Drama Triangle as the foundation for understanding traumatic reenactment, as it is at the center of relational conflicts, describing each of the roles one can play when drawn into a reenactment. Finally, they provide tips on how to disrupt the Drama Triangle and transform each of the roles into a relationally healthy alternative.