Conflict Resolution WACE Flashcards
Types of solutions to resolve conflict
Imposed
Distributive
Integrative
Techniques for resolving conflict
Mediation
Negotiation
Counselling
Imposed solutions
One party’s position is imposed or forced on the other
Distributive solutions
Involves compromise and mutual concession
Integrative solutions
Win-win solutions where both parties are satisfied with the outcome
Mediation
A third party is brought in to help resolve the conflict; arbitration is a form of mediation in which the third party has the right to hand down a decision after listening to both parties present their arguments
Negotiation
Where opposing parties try to reach mutual agreement
Counselling
A counsellor assists the conflicting parties to come to their own resolution of the problem
Socialisation
The process whereby beliefs, values and behaviours are acquired that are thought to be important and appropriate to function effectively as a member of society