A way of dealing with conflict in which people express their feelings, ask for what they want, say 'no' to things they don't want, and act in their own best interests is known as:

The assertive style handles conflict by expressing feelings, asking for what one wants, saying no to what one does not want, and acting in one's own best interests while respecting others.

The aggressive style pursues one's own interests by dominating or violating the rights of others.

The passive style avoids conflict by suppressing one's own needs and yielding to others.

The manipulative style pursues goals indirectly through deceit or guilt rather than honest expression.

Assertiveness balances self-respect with respect for others, unlike aggression or passivity.

It is a core skill trained in communication and conflict-resolution programmes.