Life is NOT a bowl of cherries. But neither is it the pits. Human relationships
can be difficult, yet are more rewarding than any other relationship one can
have. If conflicts between personalities are inevitable, then learning how to
deal with them effectively is crucial.
After reading the section in your text on resolving conflict, try your skills
in the exercises below.
In the following scenarios, you are presented with a conflict and a series
of statements that represent various methods of resolving it. Based on the methods
outlined in your text, choose the response(s) that will help resolve the issue.
Scenario #1
Angelyn and Blair have been dating for 6 months. They're in the same psychology
class, like the same kind of films, food, and music, and both study hard. Two
nights ago Angelyn saw Blair in the coffee shop with another girl. They appeared
to be having an intimate conversation. Angelyn was angry, upset, and hurt. Blair
didn't answer his phone, so Angelyn hurried over to his apartment as soon as
classes were over.
Which response(s) will help resolve the issue?
Scenario #2
Julie and Rosario were roommates freshman year and have become best friends.
They've helped each other study for tests, and shared notes from their classes.
Lately Julie has been using more of Rosario's notes and forgetting to take her
own. Or losing them. In any case, Rosario is beginning to feel used and cheated.
Which response(s) will help resolve
the issue?
