Interpersonal Conflicts

Hashanpreet Kaur

Western Community College

Professor: Raman Sidhu

EA: Interpersonal communication and Teamwork

22 April 2023
 Interpersonal Conflict

Interpersonal conflict can be described as an argument between two individuals

who believe that their objectives are hindered or obstacles by another person's interests or

abilities. There are five types of interpersonal conflicts between an individual that are:

Avoidance- Avoidance of conflict can result in unresolved issues and

interpersonal stress. Both side do not address their demands, and the issue stays unsettled.

This is a lose-lose situation. A friend avoids confronting their roommate about their

messy habits, leading to resentment and tension in the household.

Accommodation- It might seem like a good idea in the present moment, but doing

so may result in long-term dissatisfaction and an unbalanced relationship. One party

compromises its demands to satisfy the other's requirements, creating a lose-win

situation. An employee accommodates their boss's schedule by rearranging their own,

enabling them to work together effectively.

Competition- Competition with others can harm connections as One individual

win while the other loses, making it a win-lose scenario. Two coworkers compete for a

promotion, stop sharing information, damage their relationship, and struggle to

collaborate.

Compromise- Although it can be a constructive method to end a dispute, it can

also leave one party feeling as though they came up short. Depending on the concessions

made, the situation may be a lose-lose or a win-lose one. A couple with different opinions

on a vacation destination compromise by choosing a location that offers something for

both.
 Collaboration- Being involved with others can result in a win-win situation where

both parties' aims have been met and their interactions have been enhanced. Everyone

works collaboratively to create a win-win solution. Two classmates collaborate to work

on a group project, communicating openly, sharing ideas, and dividing tasks to achieve

success.
 References

Beebe, S. A., Beebe, S. J., Redmond, M. V., & Salem-Wiseman, L. (2020). Interpersonal

Communication: Relating to Others (Canadian Edition) (8th ed.). Pearson Education

Canada. https://online.vitalsource.com/books/9780135424537