causes of conflict - term 2

Question 1

what is conflict

Answer 1

A disagreement or clash of ideas/beliefs/values.

Two types of conflict are constructive and destructive

Question 2

what is constructive conflict

Answer 2

Constructive process in which groups or individuals come to a new understanding and see increased self/esteem/wellbeing.

example: compromising

Question 3

what is destructive conflict

Answer 3

Destructive process in which groups or individuals may disintegrate, feel devalued or the goal/direction of the group is prevented from continuing.

example: argumentative

Question 4

what are the causes of conflict

Answer 4

1. incompatible goals
2. individual differences/personality
3. limited resources
4. ineffective communication
5. varying values
6. multiple role expectations

Question 5

what are incompatible goals

Answer 5

opposing or different aims and aspirations

Example: A couple is saving money, one thinks its for a holiday and one thinks its for a car

Question 6

individual differences and personality

Answer 6

characteristics unique to a person that may not bode well with another

Example: friendships that wont click

Question 7

limited resources

Answer 7

lacking in a necessary tool/skill or material possession

Example: not having access to a textbook in class

Question 8

what is ineffective communication

Answer 8

lack of barriers to expessing thoughts and feelings, needs and wants

Example: ……

Question 9

what is varying values

Answer 9

how a person prioritises their needs and wants

Question 10

multiple roles expectations

Answer 10

having to juggle comitments and responsibilities

Example: being a school captain and wanting to go out