The document discusses the stages of conflict in an interactionist view. It describes conflict as a natural occurrence and discusses 3 views of conflict: traditional, human relations, and interactionist. The interactionist view sees conflict going through 5 stages: potential opposition, cognition and personalization, intentions, behaviors, and outcomes. Stage 2 is important because issues are defined and emotions shape perceptions. Stage 4 discusses conflict resolution and stimulation techniques.
10. Three Categories
? Communication
-misunderstandings and noise
? Structure
-degree of specialization, leadership styles,
reward systems
? Personal Variables
-include personality, emotions, values
17. Keep in mind two points..
? Stage II is important because its where conflict
issues tend to be defined.
? Emotions play a major role in shaping
perceptions.
19. Stage 4: Behavior
Annihilatory Overt efforts to destroy the other party
Conflict
Aggressive physical attacks
Threats and ultimatum
Assertive verbal attacks
Overt questioning or challenging of others
Minor disagreements or misunderstanding
No Conflict
20. Stage 4: Behavior
Conflict-resolution Techniques
Problem Solving
Super ordinate Goals
Expansion of Resources
Avoidance
Smoothing
Compromise
Authoritative Command
Altering the Human Variable
Altering the Structural Variables