Use a refusal, a negotiation, or a collaboration skill to avoid or reduce personal health risks or resolve conflicts, such as stating desires clearly, offering alternatives, using I-messages, expressing emotions, or making direct statements.

Number: HE.912.B.2.Pa.b	Category: Participatory
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/08	Standard: Demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health and avoid or reduce health risks.