Consider the Following Scenario: Stephanie and Derek Have Been Dating

question 10

Essay

Consider the following scenario: Stephanie and Derek have been dating for a couple of years. Stephanie wants to marry Derek, but he is unsure. Derek's parents were divorced when he was young, and both his mother and father have remarried and divorced again. Derek says he loves Stephanie but that he doesn't "believe in marriage." Stephanie isn't sure if she is willing to commit to a relationship with Derek if he isn't willing to consider marriage.
Briefly contrast the ways this conflict might end if the couple uses each of the following conflict management styles: avoiding, obliging, direct fighting, indirect fighting, compromising, and collaborating

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