SOC-12 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Domestic Violence, Physical Abuse, Religious Abuse
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Behaviours intended to manage or resolve conflict. Everything that is done and not done in response to a perceived or actual conflict. Talking it out, taking time out to cool off, getting revenge, being passive aggressive, being fully aggressive, meditating, effort-fully trying to see the other"s perspective. Ignoring the partner and not giving them attention. They gain the power in the relationship (have control over the other"s emotions) Partners have a choice in how they respond to conflict. Choices may also be from guesswork, mindlessness or habit. Factors that explain why partners choose one strategy rather than another. Situational factors such as third parties or structural arrangements. Choice in how we respond to conflict- can either increase conflict or decrease it. Choice may be informed foresight implies we are thinking about it. 3rd parties friends, family members, anyone outside of the dyad or family who has an opinion or suggestion.
