Causes of Conflict
This is a frequent cause of conflict when expectations are not clearly communicated.
What is miscommunication?
Conflict can lead to this positive outcome if handled well.
What is growth?
This style involves standing firm on one's position at the expense of others.
What is competing?
This skill helps prevent misunderstanding during heated moments.
What is clear communication?
Conflict in families is often about this.
What are roles?
Competing for this can often lead to workplace conflicts.
What are resources (money or time)?
Poorly handled conflict can lead to this negative effect.
What is decreased self esteem?
This conflict style ignores the issue to keep the peace.
What is avoiding?
Checking in with how the other person feels shows this skill.
What is empathy?
Peer conflicts in schools often revolve around this.
What is bullying?
Differences in this area, such as culture or background, can lead to misunderstandings.
What are values or beliefs?
When conflict is resolved fairly, it can build this among peers.
What is trust?
A person who gives in to keep the peace is using this style.
What is people pleasing?
Remaining calm and in control during conflict requires this skill.
What is emotional regulation?
This type of conflict often involves neighbors.
What are noise complaints?
This can happen when people feel they are not being treated fairly.
What is a resentment?
Continued unresolved conflict can cause this type of stress.
What is chronic stress?
The most ideal style for solving conflicts together is this.
What is collaborating?
Understanding the other person's perspective is called this.
What is perspective-taking?
Conflict in healthcare often stems from this issue.
What are differing opinions on patient care?
What is anger?
Conflict often brings hidden problems like this to light.
What are communication breakdowns?
This style seeks a middle ground but may not fully satisfy either party.
What is compromising?
Offering ideas for solutions shows this problem-solving skill.
What is the ability to work as a team?
When conflicts arise online, they are often called this.
What are cyber conflicts?