Psychodrama and Sociodrama are the most popular methods introduced by the psychiatrist J.L. Moreno and constitute methodologies of support and growth of the person and the society based on an existential orientation.
In Psychodrama, as a form of group psychotherapy, the focus is on the person through the role of the “protagonist“, while in Sociodrama the “protagonist” is the whole group that works for its interest and, in a wider sense, for the interest and the well- being of the entire society.

More particularly, Sociodrama constitutes an experiential group action method that can be implemented either on small or large groups.
In Sociodrama spontaneity and creativity coexist with role theory, as fundamental terms and principles.
It is being used for the exploration and the transformation of possible conflicts that emerge between (different types of) social groups.
As a method, it offers the possibility of understanding in depth the nature of social systems and their influence on the members of the society – by looking into the relationship between personal and social roles.

The benefit of participating in sociodramatic interventions -where the group is being perceived as one body, one organization- is the penetration in the social factors, in stereotypes and in the issues that concern each social group in relevance to itself and the other groups.
This penetration leads to a deep conscience (understanding) of all these factors and reinforces the healthy elements of the group for a more effective confrontation of its problems. Finally, through this process sociodramatic interventions can promote democracy, social participation and social awareness.