Aggressive communication is when you express your feelings and needs in a way that violates or disregards the rights and opinions of others.

• ​inappropriately honest

• dominates others

• does not listen well

• criticises or blames others

• low frustration tolerance

• only used ' you' statements

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 For example, “You’re such an idiot! Do what I say or else!” 

Passive-Aggressive communication is a way of expressing anger or resentment without directly confronting the person or situation that is causing it.  

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For example, giving backhanded compliments that sound like praise but actually insult or undermine someone. 

Passive communication is when you suppress your feelings and needs in order to please or avoid conflict with others.  

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For example, “I’m sorry, I don’t have an opinion. Whatever you want is fine with me.” 

Assertive communication is different from these styles because it respects both yourself and others.  

 

For example, “I disagree with you on this issue. Can we talk about it and find a solution that works for both of us?”