Conflict Management Case Studies Conflict

Conflict Management Case Studies Conflict management is a very important subject that captures many people's attention since it is inevitable. For people to coexist in harmony there, has to be a system where their differences are solved amicably. One of the ways people can resolve their conflicts is through simple talking, which most people shy away from.

Conflict normally arises because of the huge division in our present society; the current generations are brought up and never given the opportunity to interact with others socially, therefore, in their adult life they develop problems trying to cope with different ethnics, racial or religious groups. Conflict also can arise from any environment; many situations have led to development of conflicts among people Abigail & Cahn, 2010. For instance, there is political divide (conservatives vs. liberals), gender gaps, social classes, and age barriers among others.

These entire situations do not create a conducive environment for harmony to exist. Therefore, there is a need to embrace communication at all levels since it is one of the best ways of solving conflicts. Conflict situation 1 The conflict theory discussed in this situation is Social exchange theory Abigail & Cahn, 2010. The cause of the conflict is the contribution of one of the partners in this relationship does not satisfy the other partner.

The partner who's working to make ends meet feels more drained as the rewards in the relationship are less than the cost incurred. Weighing the efforts put into the relationship, the working partner is in conflict because the partner had not adhered to their agreement when they were getting married as they were supposed to contribute to satisfy each other's needs. The conflict can be resolved by both partners working to satisfy each other's needs and expectations. Both partners must hold onto their end of the deal and show commitment.

Communication between the partners plays a big role in ensuring mutual understanding and agreement. Yes, I have ever been in such a situation where my girlfriend was used to being provided for by me without bringing in any resourceful support into the relationship. I felt drained, and we broke up. Conflict situation 2 The conflict theory in question is the Psychodynamic theory- Displaced conflict.

In this situation, the real cause of the conflict is stress as a result of the pressure at work and the fear of losing the job Abigail & Cahn, 2010. The stress is, therefore, it is directed to the wrong person, but in normal circumstances, it's never like that. This is a perfect example of hyper-stress caused by built up pressure at work and the expectation to deliver.

The situation can be resolved by taking stress relieving activities that include engaging oneself in regular exercises, engaging in good talks with friends, eating sensibly, having enough rest and accepting situations that one cannot change. These activities will greatly help out in relieving the stress that pile up causing the conflict between the persons.

Yes, I have ever witnessed the situation between my uncle and wife, and it was resolved by visiting a marriage counselor who advised my uncle to take up gym classes so as to channel away the stress. It really worked out. Conflict situation 3 The theory that best explains this situation is the System theory. In this case, the conflict is caused by a situation whereby, the partners do not live up to each other's demand in the system and this brings in the friction between the couples.

In this system, the partners major on the weakness of the other, and they tend to use it against them. There is an interrelation between the husband, the.