Abstract:

The aim of this study is to determine the levels of assertiveness of students studying at depermants of Health Management, Midwifery, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Social Work and Audiology in Istanbul University. 225 students have been included in the study. Rathus Assertiveness Inventory and Student Information Form have been used as data collection tool. Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney U-test statistical methods have been used in the evaluation of the data. The significant differences (<0,05) have been determined between Rathus Assertiveness Inventory mean scores and class, department, willingly choose department and the longest time living area variables. While 180 (80%) students are on timid moderate and 45 (20%) student are in the assertive group according to the Rathus Assertiveness Inventory scores. Low level timid student has not been determined in this study. In general, the students are located in the timid moderate groups.

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