An Investigation of Adult Perceptions of

Elkins, Gary R.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ297689

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1983

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An Investigation of Adult Perceptions of "Assertiveness."

Elkins, Gary R.; And Others

Psychology: A Quarterly Journal of Human Behavior, v20 n3-4 p34-37 1983

Investigated perceptions of assertiveness among 80 college students who listed 10 words or phrases they perceived as descriptive of assertiveness. The descriptive words and phrases most often given were: pushy, rude, lack of sensitivity, to the point, direct, outgoing, and leadership. Positive words and phrases occurred with more frequency. (JAC)

Descriptors: Assertiveness, College Students, Higher Education, Perception, Student Attitudes

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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