There are many ways people communicate, but some communication styles can lead to misunderstandings and make it difficult to express oneself effectively. This can create barriers for those trying to connect with others. Fortunately, there are also more clear and proper ways to communicate that can help clients maintain healthy relationships. The Communication Styles handout explores different ways of communicating with others. It breaks down four main communication styles: passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive. It also explains how each style affects relationships and offers relatable examples. By using this handout, kids and teens can reflect on their own habits when communicating and improve their conversations. To reinforce these lessons, caring adults can discuss real-life examples of these styles in both formal and informal settings. Role-playing activities can further help them practice handling different scenarios, such as resolving conflicts with friends or asking for help from a teacher. Our 4-page Communication Styles worksheets nicely complement this handout. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of social skills worksheets and handouts. References: De la Torre, G. G., Ramallo, M. A., Gonzalez-Torre, S., Mora Prat, A., Rueda-Marroquin, A., Sallago-Marcos, A., Toro-Barrios, Z., & Garcia, M. A. (2021). Communication styles and attention performance in primary school children. Behavioral Sciences, 11(12), 172. https://doi.org/10.3390/bs11120172 Panisoara, G., Sandu, C., Panisoara, I., & Duta, N. (2015). Comparative study regarding communication styles of the students. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 186, 202–208. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sbspro.2015.04.066 Raslie, H. (2021). Gen Y and Gen Z communication style. Studies of Applied Economics, 39(1). https://doi.org/10.25115/eea.v39i1.4268
