Psychodynamic, Emotional, And Social Conflict Handling Styles

Psychodynamic, Emotional, and Social Conflict Handling StylesNameAcademic InstitutionCourse Number and NameInstructorDue DatePsychodynamic, Emotional, and Social Conflict Handling StylesConflict is inevitable in any organization. People are bound to have different expectations, values or ideas that can sometimes clash, resulting in conflict. Conflict can also be personal, such as when one person feels offended by another person’s actions, or they can be strategic, such as when two executives differ on a specific business strategy. The role of the leader is not to avoid conflict at all costs, but rather to manage conflict in a way that produces positive change. Conflict can have many different causes, but in general, there are three main theories that can be used to understand the nature of the conflict at hand. Understanding the nature of a conflict will lead to a more satisfactory resolution among all parties involved. The first theory is a psychodynamic theory of conflict (Folger, 2012), which identifies conflicts that emerge due to a physiological response, such as frustration or stress. These are often unintended responses that can nevertheless result