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What does the letters in S.T.O.P stand for when practicing refusal skills?
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The acronym S.T.O.P. is often used to help individuals remember a model for practicing refusal skills. It typically stands for:
- **S** - **Say no**: Clearly state your refusal.
- **T** - **Tell why**: Provide a reason for your refusal.
- **O** - **Offer an alternative**: Suggest another activity or option.
- **P** - **Prompt for action**: Encourage the other person to engage in a different behavior or to think about your refusal.
This approach helps individuals assertively refuse unwanted requests or pressures while maintaining respect for themselves and others.
- **S** - **Say no**: Clearly state your refusal.
- **T** - **Tell why**: Provide a reason for your refusal.
- **O** - **Offer an alternative**: Suggest another activity or option.
- **P** - **Prompt for action**: Encourage the other person to engage in a different behavior or to think about your refusal.
This approach helps individuals assertively refuse unwanted requests or pressures while maintaining respect for themselves and others.