Communication in Relationships

What statement best represents assertitve communication in a relationship

• "I respect your opinion, but I also want to share how I feel"

• "Your wrong and I don't care what you think"

• Doesn't talk or commuicate at all

• "Fine, whatever, do what you want"

What communication in a relationship is considered the healthiest

• passive

• passive-aggressive

• assertive

• aggressive

Which answer is an example of passive nonverbal communication

• talking to them

• laughing with them

• avoiding eye contact

• apologizing

Which behavior is an example of passive-aggressive communication?

• openly discussing what bothers them

• saying nothing at all to avoid contact

• calmy askign for space to cool down

• Agreeing to help but doing it bad on purpose

Which is an example of aggressive communication in a relationship?

• "I'll remember this for later"

• "It's okay, dont worry. Let's just do it your way"

• "I'd like to talk about this later"

• "You always mess up everything. Why can't you do anything right?"

During an argument, someone stays completely silent and avoids eye contact even though they’re upset. Which style is this?

• Passive

• Aggressive

• Assertive

• Passive-aggressive

Someone texts: “Sure, whatever, I guess you’re too busy for me like always .” Which style is this?

• Aggressive

• Passive

• Passive-aggressive

• Assertive

Studies show couples who frequently use aggressive communication are about 4 times more likely to break up within 5 years. Why?

• Aggression creates fear and distrust

• Aggression helps resolve issues quickly

• Aggression shows happiness in a relationship

• Aggression makes people sad in relationships

Which pair matches correctly?

• Passive-aggressive : “I appreciate you listening to me.”

• Passive : “You must do what I say right now!”

• Aggressive : “It’s okay, do whatever you want.”

• Assertive : “I respect your needs and want to share mine.”

Why is assertive communication often seen as the healthiest style in relationships?

• It allows one partner to always dominate decisions.

• It promotes honesty and respect while reducing conflict

• It avoids issues by keeping feelings hidden.

• It uses guilt and sarcasm to get what you want.