Universal Journal of Public Health Vol. 12(2), pp. 250 - 257
DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2024.120208
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Everyday Assertiveness and Its Significance for Overall Mental Well-Being

Shivani Jandhyala ^*, Navin Kumar
Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India

ABSTRACT

Background/Purpose – Every individual has an interpersonal style of communication (aggressive, passive, passive-aggressive, and assertiveness) and the skills that need to be practiced in different situations (language and body language to be maintained), the scope of assertiveness, and areas that serve assertiveness skills for a better physical, mental, and social wellbeing. Materials/Methods – A systematic search was conducted using the relevant keywords assertiveness training filtering out for Randomized Controlled trials resulting in 112 articles for the inclusion of this review. 12 articles out of 112, were considered in composing the article. The following database was searched Scopus, Psych INFO, Google Scholar, PubMed, and Research Gate. Results – The majority of the studies reported the positive effects of assertiveness training on improving lifestyle. Studies suggested that the quality and intensity of the training program varies with the impact of assertiveness improvement. Studies also showed that there is great improvement seen when assertiveness complements Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Role-play exercises, and communication skills. Conclusions – Beyond improving or inculcating the Assertive skill, the training has a good impact on Self-esteem, Confidence levels of an individual, and interpersonal relationships with a broader impact on mental well-being.

KEYWORDS
Assertiveness, Passive-Aggressive, Self-Esteem, Schizophrenia, Sexual Assertiveness

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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Shivani Jandhyala , Navin Kumar , "Everyday Assertiveness and Its Significance for Overall Mental Well-Being," Universal Journal of Public Health, Vol. 12, No. 2, pp. 250 - 257, 2024. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2024.120208.

(b). APA Format:
Shivani Jandhyala , Navin Kumar (2024). Everyday Assertiveness and Its Significance for Overall Mental Well-Being. Universal Journal of Public Health, 12(2), 250 - 257. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2024.120208.