Exam 10: Managing Interpersonal Conflicts

Conflict in relationships is stressful and destructive,and should be avoided if possible.

Two parties in conflict are usually interdependent in some way.

The parallel conflict style is a relational conflict style in which the approach of the partners varies from one situation to another.

Simon and David share an apartment strictly for convenience.They don't know each other well and don't see each other often because of their busy schedules.What conflict pattern are they likely to follow?

Self-concept is a more powerful determinant of conflict style than is culture.

Margaret needs to talk to Matthew about an issue; however,Matthew pretends to be asleep when she calls.Which crazymaker is this?

Handling conflict collaboratively guarantees that you'll get what you want.

Explain a current conflict you are having with a friend or loved one.Apply the win-win method to arrive at a solution using all six steps as though you were speaking to your partner.

Mr.Lee lives in your neighbourhood.He has a widespread reputation for not giving an inch in an argument and he has won every disagreement he has had with other neighbours-and there have been many! You foresee an issue coming up that will put you and Mr.Lee in conflict.According to the text,what conflict style are you least likely to use under these circumstances?

In a survey of the views about conflict in college men and women,how were women viewed in comparison to men?

Your nursing supervisor is upset because you made a mistake.She yells "you are a horrible nurse!" at you.What is this an example of?

The win-win approach is too elaborate to be effective.

Lucia and Pete are nursing students selecting their next placement for their course.There is one student position open on the oncology unit and they both want this placement opportunity.Lucia lets Pete take the position.What conflict style did Lucia demonstrate?

Which conflict style do you most commonly use? Give two detailed examples from your interactions that illustrate this style.Using ideas from the text,what are the strengths and weaknesses of this style?

Research cited in the text states that strong marriages are characterized by constructive expressions of conflict,among other things.

On Sunday afternoon Jim wants to watch the Grey Cup game but his girlfriend Erin wants to go to her friend's birthday party.Jim is very disappointed and annoyed but he cheerfully goes along with what Erin wants without showing his true feelings to Erin.Which statement best describes this situation?

A conflict can exist only when both parties are aware of a disagreement.

Bethany wants to have a serious conversation with her boyfriend about an issue they are dealing with.Instead of telling Bethany that he doesn't want to talk,Steve tickles her to try and distract her.Which crazymaker is this?

Mayra wants her son Marty to come over for dinner; however,Marty is busy with work.Mayra sighs and says "Ok,fine.Don't worry about me,I'll just eat alone like I do every other night." Which crazymaker is this?

Match each of the following conflict styles with its description. -Shows low concern for oneself and the other party.