A staff member states the following: "When you take responsibility for my tasks, I feel threatened and unprofessional. We should try to talk about events that occur so that we can resolve them together." What type of communication has occurred?

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The staff member is expressing their feelings and needs directly and respectfully, without being passive or aggressive, which is characteristic of assertive communication. They are seeking a constructive resolution by suggesting a discussion, which is a hallmark of assertiveness.

A Staff Member States the Following: "When You Take Responsibility