Marriage Family Relationships

Read chapter 5 about conflict, specifically the 6 basic steps to conflict resolution (pg. 154). Please answer some or all of the following questions: What do you think about these steps? Are they accurate? Are they realistic? In your family or origin, did your parents appear to use these steps for conflict resolution? How did your parent(s) manage conflict? How do you manage conflict with a significant other? How do you wish you managed conflict with your significant other? Can these steps be used with co-workers and friends too? What steps are you going to take to make sure you are resolving conflict in a healthy way with those around you?

Picoult, J. (2004) My Sister's Keeper: a novel. Washington Square Press, New York

Olson, D. H., DeFrain, J., &Skogrand, L. (2013) 8th edition. Marriages and Families: Intimacy, diversity, and strengths. New York: McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 978-0078026928