It can be caused by either excessive tear production, insufficient tear drainage, or a combination of both. Epiphora can be acute or chronic, most likely everyone has experienced at some point the tearing and irritation that results whenever something gets into our eyes.
Assertive is defined as someone who is self-confident and strong willed, though sometimes domineering or pushy. An example of someone who may be assertive is a car salesman. The definition of assertive is something with a strong taste or smell. An example of a something with an assertive smell is an aged blue cheese.
Being a self-advocate means you are able to ask for what you need in an appropriate and respectful way. An assertive student is able to speak up for themselves to get help or instruction, ask questions routinely, investigate learning options, and express disagreement respectfully. Assertive behavior is healthy. When someone is assertive they are able to think and act independently and make their own choices.