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noun
a type of behavior therapy in which people are taught appropriate methods of asserting themselves in various situations through honest and direct expression of both positive and negative feelings.
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Origin of assertiveness training
First recorded in 1970–75
Words nearby assertiveness training
assert, assertation, asserted, assertion, assertive, assertiveness training, assertoric, assertory, asses, assess, assessed value
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How to use assertiveness training in a sentence
Anxiety is offset by means of desensitization, assertiveness training, and sex therapy.
When You Don't Know Where to Turn|Steven J. BartlettDr. Cantwell decided to use a combination of desensitization and assertiveness training with Anne.
When You Don't Know Where to Turn|Steven J. Bartlett