STAND UP FOR YOURSELF: Assertiveness Skills That Work DVD
This program helps teens see that they don't have to have a good excuse, win an argument, or have anyone's permission to say no to something they don't want to do. It helps teens learn skills that will enable them to act in their own best interest and stand up for themselves.
Students will:
- understand that they have the right to act in their own best interest
- recognize that standing up for yourself enhances your self-esteem
- learn the difference between assertiveness and aggressiveness
Pablo and Ian are camping out in Ian's backyard. Ian wavers then caves in when Pablo press him to go down to the lake. In time, Ian discovers that by being firm but friendly, he can stand up for himself and do what he knows is right.
Amy finds that when she persists in her desire to participate fully in their school project, Deanna stops bossing her around. Amy learns that standing up for herself also improves her self-esteem.
Other vignettes show viewers that they can be successful being assertive without being aggressive.
*Closed-captioned
*Includes Teacher's Guide
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