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Conflict – Pg. 220 interpersonal conflicts – Pg. 220 Escalate – Pg. 221 Do Now: Look up each of the words and write down the definition.

ACT PREP 1)A car averages 27 miles per gallon. If gas costs $4.04 per gallon, which of the following is closest to how much the gas would cost for this car to travel 2,727 typical miles? A. $44.44 B. $ C. $ D. $ E. $444.40

Correct Answer 1)2,727 / 27 = 101 2)101 x $4.04/gallon = $ Answer: D

Today’s Objectives Identify at least 3 common causes of conflict. Identify 1 positive and 1 negative result that conflicts can bring about.

Knowing why conflicts occur can help you prevent them.

Understanding Conflicts Conflicts can arise for a variety of reasons. Some conflicts are fairly trivial, but others can be serious or even deadly.

Understanding Conflicts Conflicts tend to arise when one party’s needs, wishes, or beliefs clash with those of another party. Conflict Any disagreement, struggle, or fight

Understanding Conflicts Interpersonal conflicts can involve groups of any size, from individual people to entire nations. Interpersonal conflicts Conflicts between people or groups of people

Understanding Conflicts Internal conflicts take place within an individual. For example, if you have two important events to attend on the same day, you might have an internal conflict over which event to attend.

Common Causes of Conflict Conflicts among people can occur for many different reasons.

Common Causes of Conflict Power strugglesPersonal loyalties Jealousy and envy Property disputes Conflicting attitudes and values Lack of respect

Quick Write Look at the previous slide: Pick one of the common causes of conflict and write a short paragraph about a personal experience you have had at the bottom of your notes. Once you have it written, share with a person next to you. Be prepared to share with the class as a whole.

Common Causes of Conflict Conflicts can escalate into fights when emotions get out of control. Escalate to become more serious

Results of Conflict Conflict is a normal part of life. Learning to manage conflicts and deal with them before they get out of hand will strengthen all aspects of your health.

Results of Conflict Possible Positive Effects of Conflicts Improved Communication Skills Improved Problem-Solving Skills Improved Social Health Improved Relationships

Results of Conflict Possible Negative Effects of Conflicts Stress Anger Frustration Fear Emotional Pain Job LossViolence Injury Death

Preventing Conflicts Adjust your own behavior. Don’t argue over minor disagreements. Avoid people who provoke you. Tips for Preventing Conflicts Adjust your own attitude.

Preventing Conflicts Reminding a friend who often borrows money to get some cash before you go out is one way to prevent a conflict.

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Exit Ticket 1.Disagreements can _____ into fights when emotions get out of control. 2.Which of the following is NOT an example of an interpersonal conflict? a. Two friends disagree over which movie to see. b. Two rival gangs fight over control of a neighborhood. c. Two political parties clash over tax policy. d. A teen feels torn between loyalties to two friends who are not on good terms.

Exit Ticket 3. Identify TWO common causes of interpersonal conflicts. END

1.Escalate 2.D 3.Power Struggles, Personal Loyalties, Jealousy and Envy, Property Disputes, Conflicting attitudes and values, lack of respect.

After You Read Reviewing Facts and Vocabulary Sample answer: Power struggles, property disputes 1.Identify two common causes of interpersonal conflicts.

After You Read Reviewing Facts and Vocabulary 2.How can conflicts be positive? Working through the conflict improves people’s communication and problem solving skills, teaches them how to get along better, demonstrates their commitment to each other, or helps them understand each other better.

After You Read Reviewing Facts and Vocabulary 3.Give an example of how conflicts can negatively affect one’s health. A conflict at the workplace can cause people to lose their jobs.