2. Introductory Training

3.  Intro’s & Rapport Building  Review of Progress  Introduction & Teaching of Coping Skill  In-Session Practice Exercise  Assign Real-Life Practice Exercise  Closing

4.  Review Rationale: ◦ Narrowing of Social Circle ◦ Best to avoid high risk people ◦ Need for refusal skills  Teach Styles of Refusal  Provide Rehearsal through Role-Play  Describe Real-Life Practice exercise

5. Refusal Skills Talking Points:  Narrowing social circle.  Can’t always avoid using peers  Need to develop skills for dealing with pressure  Need to practice these skills to be ready & prepared.

6. Refusal Skills cont. Communication styles:  Passive  Aggressive  Passive-Aggressive  Assertive

7. Refusal Skills cont. Non-Verbal  Say “No” first  Make Sure your voice is clear, firm, & unhesitating  Direct eye contact Verbal  Suggest alternative  Change the subject  Avoid vague answers  If necessary ask the person to not offer anymore

8.  Demonstrate it first  Your attitude will effect the group’s attitude  Have fun – use humor  Use real life situations  Discuss what happened in role play  Protect group members

9.  Hand out Refusal Skills Sheet  Encourage them to practice skill  Give incentives if possible