Blowing Up: The Psychology of Conflict

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This is a powerful resource for anyone who wants to understand the nature of interpersonal conflict-to study it, understand why it's a consistent part of human history, and perhaps avert it in their own lives. * Presents a fascinating investigation into the many forms of conflict and the ways these have an impact on everyday life * Establishes the importance of conflict in our lives, as well as the surprising concept that conflict can be constructive and useful rather than simply destructive * Provides an overview of the key theories and a historical study of conflict, including landmark research like the Robbers Cave experiment, social identity theory, and psychodynamic theory * Explores conflict throughout the life cycle with scenarios that readers will find familiar and which will resonate on a personal level * Provides a global perspective to underscore the nature of conflict and its existence in virtually every society in the world-a timely topic in an era of unprecedented divisiveness

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This exceptional contribution offers practical advice to a diverse readership; however, it targets teenager and young adult audiences. Writing to a well-defined readership is an excellent approach for reaching out to those experiencing the turmoil of erratic emotions while transitioning towards adulthood. Every high school, community college, and university library should consider adding this book to their resource collections. * ARBAonline *
This is a well-written, carefully organized, comprehensive presentation of issues related to the psychology of conflict. Although the book is geared toward general readers, health professionals and psychology instructors are likely to find this text informative as well. . . . Summing Up: Recommended. Lower- and upper-division undergraduates, faculty, and professionals. * Choice *

Author Bio

Randi Minetor, MA, is the author of more than 60 books in the areas of sociology, reference, history, business, folklore, travel, nature, and general interest.