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Assignment: Resolution & Conflict
Question I. Gottman described the "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" as it relates to destructive conflict. Briefly define each of the four horsemen and the solution to each.
Question II. What role does attribution play in understanding conflict? Describe the impact of attributions on conflict resolution.
Question III. Differentiate between the characteristics of conflict in individualistic cultures and collectivist cultures. How does conflict behavior vary across these types?
Question IV. The acronym "TRIP" serves as a cue to remember issues related to differing conflict goals. Describe each of the four TRIP goals and provide a brief example of each.
Question V. Define the five conflict styles as described by Rahim. Then, choose one conflict style and provide an example of one "pro" and one "con" to employing that conflict style.
Question VI. The balance of power in relationships creates predictable effects. Provide an example of (A) how high power individuals can leverage their power currencies in a constructive way with lower power individuals, and (B) what strategies low power individuals can employ to balance power with higher power counterparts.
Question VII. Describe the "circumplex model of affect," which includes two dimensions -pleasant/unpleasant and activation/deactivation. How can this model help you understand and express your emotions more effectively?
Question VIII. What is the use of the XYZ formula? Describe its three parts, and write an example for each.