Conflict is a term that refers to situations in which two or more sides appear to be pulling or pushing in opposing directions.. If the participants stay calm and friendly, we might refer to their way ...

Workplace conflict can hurt productivity, morale and retention if it’s not handled well. Learn practical strategies to manage ...

In 1995 the National Research Council organized the Committee on International Conflict Resolution to respond to a growing need for prevention, management, and resolution of violent conflicts in the ...

The word “conflict” usually brings to mind raised voices or awkward tension—outcomes most people would rather avoid. But learning how to handle conflict (thoughtfully, that is) might be one of the ...

Each conflict challenges us to become the kind of person who can remain grounded under pressure and connected under strain.

At 7:46 a.m. on November 8, 2018, the Camp Fire jumped the Feather River in Northern California. Driven by 40-mile-an-hour winds and months of desiccating drought, it moved so fast that bulldozers ...

In the midst of high-pressure technology projects, conflict can be stressful—but it isn’t always a setback. In many cases, it’s a sign that people care enough to challenge assumptions, pressure-test ...

Every team has a “mild salsa” person. You know the one. They won’t touch anything spicier than ketchup, panics at the sight of a jalapeño, lives by the motto “Better safe than sorry.” You lovingly ...

Awareness is the first step to change, and there are signs that organizations and their employees are recognizing the increasing importance of conflict management skills. Conflict is everywhere you ...

As hostilities escalate in the Middle East and the wider region, children may see and hear about the conflict in the news or in real life, leading to feelings of anxiety and fear, and needing parents' ...