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What does the letters in S.T.O.P stand for when practicing refusal skills?
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The letters in S.T.O.P. when practicing refusal skills stand for:
- **S** for **Say no**: Clearly and assertively say no to the request.
- **T** for **Tell why**: Explain your reasons for refusing, if appropriate.
- **O** for **Offer other ideas**: Suggest alternatives or other activities that could be done instead.
- **P** for **Prompt a change**: Encourage the person making the request to consider a different choice or behavior.
This framework helps individuals effectively refuse requests or pressures in a respectful and confident manner.
- **S** for **Say no**: Clearly and assertively say no to the request.
- **T** for **Tell why**: Explain your reasons for refusing, if appropriate.
- **O** for **Offer other ideas**: Suggest alternatives or other activities that could be done instead.
- **P** for **Prompt a change**: Encourage the person making the request to consider a different choice or behavior.
This framework helps individuals effectively refuse requests or pressures in a respectful and confident manner.