Topic > The Pros and Cons of Conflict - 1460

From intergroup conflict to interpersonal friction, conflict is often an intrinsic part of the human relationship process. Conflict itself, however, is not necessarily a negative or positive phenomenon. It is how we handle conflict that can lead to constructive or destructive outcomes. Conflict is defined in this study as an intense process of disagreement between a minimum of two interdependent parties when they perceive incompatible interests, points of view, processes and/or goals in an interaction episode” (p. 48). According to Ting-Toomey, S., Yee-Jung, K.K., Shapiro, R.B., Garcia, W., Wright, T.J., & Oetzel, J.G. (2000) explained: “While there are many factors that can contribute to an episode of Conflict escalation, conflict style is seen as one of the critical factors that can exacerbate an already intense conflict situation. Conflict style refers to structured responses to conflict in a variety of situations. internal process of primary socialization of their cultural or ethnic group. Individuals learn the norms and scripts of appropriate and effective conflict conduct