The power of peers

(a)   communication means expressing your feelings and needs clearly, confidently, and respectfully.

Which of the following is the most effective example of assertive communication?

• “Fine, whatever you say.”

• “No thanks. I don’t feel comfortable doing that.”

• "I don’t care what you think, I’ll do what I want."

• (No response)

Match each action to its strategy

• Protective Behaviour

• Talking to a school counsellor

• Assertive Communication

• Walking home with friends at night

• Help-Seeking

• Saying “No” calmly and firmly

• Imagine a health campaign is trying to reduce vaping among teenagers, but the message only says, “Don’t do it – it’s bad.”

• 1. Analyse why this message might not work well.

• 2. Propose one clear strategy that could be added to help young people make better choices.

Put the following steps in order for making a safe decision when facing peer pressure

• Identify the risk

• Use assertive communication

• Think about your personal value

• Talk to someone you trust

Think about a risky situation a young person might face at school, home or online.

Describe:

• 1. One assertive communication strategy they could use

• 2. One protective behaviour they could apply

• 3. One person or service they could go to for help