Assertiveness training -> relationshipconflict is stressful and triggers relapse, so the client learns to cope with conflict in a controlled way.
Anger management -> involves identifying the signs that triggeranger, as well and learning techniques to calm down and deal with the situation in a positive way. The aim is not to preventanger but to recognise is and manage it.
Social skills training (SST) -> Client learns to improvecommunicationskills to cope with anxiety in social situations.
Skills training techniques -> group discussion, modelling and role play, homework.
Skills training evaluation (positives) -> support for effectiveness, long term effectiveness.
Skills training evaluation (negatives) -> role of cognitive factors influence effectiveness.