can some please tell me the actual definition of CONCEPT OF CONSTRUCTIVE CONFLICT.
i cant find the actual meaning of this.
2006-12-13 15:48:53 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Sociology
The constructive confrontation approach follows a medical model in which destructive conflict processes (but not conflicts themselves) are likened to diseases—pathological processes that adversely affect people, organizations, and societies as a whole. Sometimes these "diseases" can be completely cured; at other times, we can only limit the most troublesome symptoms. As in medicine, prevention often works better than a cure. For that reason constructive confrontation advocates utilizing constructive strategies at the start of a conflict, not just at the end when the situation is grim.
2006-12-13 18:17:36 · answer #1 · answered by Gregory K 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't think I can give you an actual definition - however you should read Georg Simmel's essay "Conflict". In it, he states that conflict is a necssary and good component of society as it brings about social change as well as creating comraderie among people. It's a short read and very easy to understand.
2006-12-14 07:56:46 · answer #2 · answered by poohb2878 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋