Differentiation Is a Useful Approach to Resolving Conflict Because It

question 22

Multiple Choice

Differentiation is a useful approach to resolving conflict because it:

• A) Establishes a precedent for how the issue should be resolved
• B) Separates the people from the problem
• C) Breaks down conflict into smaller pieces
• D) Downplays the differences that can cause people to lose face
• E) Helps both parties realize how they differ on the issues

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Definitions:

Cognitive-Behavioral

A psychological approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic procedure.

Psychodynamic

A psychological perspective focusing on the interplay between unconscious and conscious mental processes shaping personality and behavior.

Anomic Suicide

Suicide committed by individuals whose social environment fails to provide stability, thus leaving them without a sense of belonging.

Egoistic Suicide

A concept introduced by Durkheim referring to suicides resulting from a lack of integration of the individual into society, often stemming from feelings of not belonging or being excessively individualistic.