Exam 10: Managing Interpersonal Conflicts

After a couple completes their very bitter divorce, they realize that most of their money was spent on legal fees. What approach to conflict is this an example of?

Match each of the following crazymakers with its description. a.mind reader b.crisis tickler c.guiltmaker d.pseudoaccommodator e.avoider -This person handles conflict by trying to make her partner feel responsible for causing her discomfort.

What is the value of a "Vesuvius" or an uncontrolled emotional outburst?

Win-win approaches are the preferable method to resolve conflict; however, there are times when other methods are more appropriate. What factors come into play when deciding which conflict resolution method to employ?

Which conflict style incorporates a low degree of concern for self and others?

Happy couples view conflict as unhealthy and keep arguments to a minimum.

The complementary conflict style shifts between the parallel and symmetric styles depending on the issue.

Which term refers to an indirect expression of aggression that occurs when a communicator expresses hostility in an obscure or manipulative way?

Research shows a substantial difference between how males and females handle conflict.

Stable relationships have little or no conflict.

In the Mi'kmaq Aboriginal culture, conflict is rarely displayed.

Which statement best describes conflicts in interpersonal relationships?

Match each of the following crazymakers with its description. a.mind reader b.crisis tickler c.guiltmaker d.pseudoaccommodator e.avoider -When this person's partner brings up a problem, she pretends to be busy with the laundry.

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

Which of the following is a win-lose approach to a conflict that seeks to resolve it in one's own way?

People compete when they see a situation as an "either or."

Sue has a habit of disagreeing with her friends; they will argue, work out a plan that everyone agrees on, but then Sue ignores the plan and continues to act in the same way. Which type of fighting dirty does Sue demonstrate?

Match each of the following crazymakers with its description. a.mind reader b.crisis tickler c.guiltmaker d.pseudoaccommodator e.avoider -This person pretends to give in and then continues to act in the same way.

Which behaviour describes the guiltmaker category of crazymakers?

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