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Roark, Albert E.; Wilkinson, Linda – Group and Organization Studies, 1979
When managed effectively, conflict can lead to goal satisfaction, more creative solutions, and enhanced commitment to relationships. Approaches to conflict management are discussed and categorized. Similarities and contributions of widely used models are presented. Models that convert conflicts into problems to which problem-solving techniques can…
Descriptors: Administration, Adults, Conflict, Conflict Resolution
McTavish, Jeanne – 1976
This paper begins by reviewing previous research concerning the external validity of mixed-motive games as models of international conflict, interpersonal behavior, and behavior in large-scale social dilemmas. Two further experiments are then described, both of which cast further doubt upon the usefulness of such games as models of any real-world…
Descriptors: Behavior Theories, Correlation, Game Theory, Group Activities
Edney, C.W.; Barker, Randolph T. – 1975
The role of communication in conflict and conflict resolution is the focus of the items listed in this two-part extensive bibliography. Entries are arranged alphabetically and are listed under the following five categories in each section: intrapersonal and interpersonal conflict, group and societal conflict, organizational conflict, political and…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Communication (Thought Transfer), Conflict, Conflict Resolution
Weatherup, James W., Comp. – 1983
Taken from a computer search of the ERIC system, 1975 through August 1983, this selected, annotated bibliography contains several hundred citations related to conflict. The entries are arranged according to the following sections: communication (thought transfer), decision making, human relations, interpersonal relationships, organizational…
Descriptors: Abstracts, Annotated Bibliographies, Communication Research, Communication (Thought Transfer)
Galen, Nancy; Johns, Jerry L. – 1976
Bibliotherapy may be of assistance in helping children cope with problems in the following ways: by helping them learn to analyze their attitudes and behavior; by assisting them in comparing their beliefs with those of others; by offering possible solutions to problems; and by contributing to their socialization. To identify the types of problems…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Bibliotherapy, Childrens Literature, Coping
ERIC Clearinghouse on Reading and Communication Skills, Urbana, IL. – 1982
This collection of abstracts is part of a continuing series providing information on recent doctoral dissertations. The 21 titles deal with a variety of topics, including the following: (1) factors affecting interpersonal attraction and perceived appropriateness; (2) the effect of self-esteem, relationship satisfaction, conceptual complexity, and…
Descriptors: Adults, Annotated Bibliographies, Children, Communication Apprehension