Conflict Resolution and Kids

I found this article on conflict resolution and kids and really liked it.  I think the author highlights a problem many families face, which is they do not help their children understand that conflict is natural and help them to find positive ways to deal with the conflict.  I know that when I was growing up, I rarely observed my parents resolving conflict, it was hidden from me.  As an adult I had to come to understand that if someone raises their voice, it is not always a bad thing.  What do you think?  What did you learn as a child?

Article:  Arguing in front of the kids; How to teach conflict management skills (part 1)

Article:  Arguing in front of the kids; How to teach conflict management skills (part 2)

Working with Extreme Conflict

This is a great article and I especially like the references to working with wild horses.

Working with Extreme Conflict

Ten Steps to Resolve a Conflict

I think the steps outlined in this blog post are a great way to begin when trying to resolve a conflict.  If the discussion one-on-one breaks down, that is the time to utilize mediation.  Don’t just let the conflict stay unresolved, it has a way of growing when this is done.

http://livefully.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/07/ten-tips-to-resolve-a-conflict.html