Sexual violence in the media . Discuss the role of miscommunication in date rape. Most young people are embarrassed to talk about sex. Dating partners often misunderstand what the other means. Interpersonal conflict exists whenever two or more people disagree.
Integration involves a sincere effort to find a solution to the problem.
Emphasize the similarities in your positions rather than the differences. Differentiate assertive communication from submissive and aggressive communication and discuss the adaptiveness of each style. Assertiveness involves acting in one's own best interests by expressing one's thoughts and feelings directly and honestly. Assertiveness involves standing up for your rights when someone else is about to infringe on them. Submissive communication is consistently giving in to others on points of possible contention.