Understanding Passive, Aggressive, and Assertive Behaviours

What does it look like when someone is passive?

• Lack of eye contact

• Eye rolling

• Making eye contact

• Calm but firm voice

What might a passive person say?

• "This is what we're doing."

• "I'm okay with whatever you want."

• "I don't want to play soccer."

• "You can't play with me if you don't play this game."

What behaviour is associated with being aggressive?

• Looking down

• Finger pointing

• Respecting your rights

• Calm but firm voice

Which statement is likely from an aggressive person?

• "I feel sad when you say I can't play."

• "It's fine. I don't want to get anyone in trouble."

• "This is what we're doing."

• "I'm okay with whatever you want."

What does it look like when someone is assertive?

• Avoiding problems

• Rude or bossy

• Making eye contact

• Eye rolling

What might an assertive person say?

• "I don't want to play soccer. Do you want to play football instead?"

• "You can't play with me if you don't play this game."

• "People don't think about my feelings."

• "It's fine. I don't want to get anyone in trouble."

Which of the following is a sign of passive behaviour?

• Angry or forceful words

• Not expressing your feelings or needs

• Calm but firm voice

• Respecting your rights and the rights of others

What does aggressive behaviour sound like?

• Statements that begin with "I"

• "It's fine. I don't want to get anyone in trouble."

• Statements that begin with "You"

• "I'm okay with whatever you want."

Which of the following is a characteristic of assertive behaviour?

• Rude or bossy

• Avoiding problems

• Respecting your rights and the rights of others

• Eye rolling

What might a passive person avoid doing?

• Making eye contact

• Finger pointing

• Respecting others

• Avoiding problems