Asserting Yourself A Practical Guide For Positive Change, Updated Edition

by Bower, Sharon Anthony; Bower, Gordon H.

• ISBN13: 9780201570885
• ISBN10: 0201570882
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1991-06-23
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books

Summary

This comprehensive guide focuses on a technique called DESC scripting, a step-by-step program for handling interpersonal conflicts and a self-change program.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Second Edition	p. v
Acknowledgments	p. vii
Introduction	p. 1
How Assertive Are You Now?	p. 4
Improving Your Self-Esteem	p. 26
Coping with Stress	p. 46
Small Steps: Beginning Assertive Exercises	p. 64
Conclusion	p. 86
DESC Scripting: A New Approach for Dealing with Conflicts	p. 87
Sample Scripts for Standard Situations	p. 106
Conclusion	p. 122
Writing Your Own DESC Scripts	p. 123
Downer Detours	p. 143
Looking and Feeling Assertive	p. 171
Hit-and-Run Downers	p. 189
Developing Friendships	p. 206
Conclusion	p. 227
Principles of Behavior Change	p. 228
Progressive Relaxation	p. 231
Rules of Contracting	p. 238
Notes	p. 240
Suggestions for Further Reading	p. 243
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