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Question 1

Name and describe key elements of the definition of conflict

Answer 1

Wilmot and hocker : conflict is an expressed struggle (it must be communicated)
2 or more interdependent parties
Perceived incompatible goals and scarce resources and interference from the other from achieving those

Question 2

Explain the dual concerns model and describe each of five conflict styles

Answer 2

Assertiveness vs cooperation 
Accommodate
Compromise
Collaborating 
Avoiding 
Competing

Question 3

Explain Four Horsemen(Gottman):

Answer 3

typical destructive conflict patterns, A recipe for breaking up/divorce in a relationship
Criticizing, Defensiveness, Stonewalling , Contempt (biggest predictor of divorce)

Question 4

List and explain with an example each of four kinds of conflict goals

Answer 4

Topic goals: (content) we either want the same thing or different things
Relationship goals: who we are with each other and together
Identity goals: Who we are in the world, who we wish to be .Ex: to save face
Process goals: how to have conflict. The rules of engagement. Time, place, style

Question 5

Explain why negotiating with a dictator is strategically unwise and even dangerous for the democratic opposition. Relate this discussion to considerations of power.

Answer 5

Negotiation is dangerous when fundamental issues are at stake
Dictators may negotiate to give illusion of peace
democratic opposition lacks the power to enforce
Dictators can can negotiate to appear reasonable

Question 6

Name and explain four ways bystanders can intervene if they are witnessing abuse or harassment.

Answer 6

Cause a distraction
Call someone 
Confront
Connect with victim 
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