What are the typical characteristics of submissive, aggressive, and assertive behavior under stress?
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The image presents a table summarizing characteristics of three types of behavior (submissive, aggressive, assertive) that individuals might display under stress. It categorizes attitudes associated with each type.
Answer
Submissive: Avoidant, docile; Aggressive: Ruthless, hostile; Assertive: Compromising, sincere.
The table shows typical characteristics of three behaviors under stress:
- Submissive: Avoidant, compliant, defeatist, docile, helpless, indecisive, meek, resigned, self-blaming, timid.
- Aggressive: Ruthless, pointing, attacking, condescending, domineering, staring/glaring, forceful, hostile, impatient, insensitive, judgmental, shouting.
- Assertive: Compromising, approachable, encouraging, evaluative, fair-minded, respectful, sincere.
Answer for screen readers
The table shows typical characteristics of three behaviors under stress:
- Submissive: Avoidant, compliant, defeatist, docile, helpless, indecisive, meek, resigned, self-blaming, timid.
- Aggressive: Ruthless, pointing, attacking, condescending, domineering, staring/glaring, forceful, hostile, impatient, insensitive, judgmental, shouting.
- Assertive: Compromising, approachable, encouraging, evaluative, fair-minded, respectful, sincere.
More Information
Submissive individuals tend to yield easily and avoid confrontation. Aggressive personalities dominate and disregard others' feelings, while assertive behavior balances self-expression with respect for others.
Tips
Avoid pigeonholing behaviors; individuals may exhibit a mix of these traits. Understand the context to differentiate between assertive and aggressive behavior.
Sources
- Submissive Vs. Aggressive Vs. Assertive - BizCatalyst 360 - bizcatalyst360.com
- Assertive Vs. Aggressive: What's the Difference? | Thriveworks - thriveworks.com
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