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Conflict Resolution

Approaches to Discipline

Parents develop expectations for their child’s behavior based on age. However, there are factors to keep in mind.

Conflict Resolution Skills for Kids

Even when you demonstrate appropriate ways to respond to conflict, you can’t assume your children understand why you interact with others the way you do. So guide them toward becoming ministers of reconciliation in their words and actions.

Talk Your Way Through Conflict

Disagreements can be healthy. Your whole family can grow closer by dealing thoughtfully and lovingly with media-related differences of opinion.

Encourage Positive Entertainment Alternatives

Discuss as a family what constitutes suitable positive and neutral entertainment — and how to find those types.

Teen Rebellion

What is rebellion, why is my teen struggling, and what can I do to help?

Unresolved Conflict: Next Steps

Despite diligent prayer, careful planning and a humble spirit, attempts at conflict resolution rarely go as planned.

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Destructive Conflict: Recognize It. Stop It.

Where there is destructive conflict, you will often find cruelty, neglect, deception, control, indifference and even abuse.

Family Ties: When Conflict Strikes Close to Home

Domineering in-laws, wayward teens or jealous stepchildren can turn any happy home into a war zone.

Tips and Tools for Healthy Conflict Resolution

Conflict is everywhere—in your home, workplace, church and community. Your response could make or break the relationship.

Workplace Conflict: One Woman’s Story

Sleepless nights, headaches, stomach pain can all result from unresolved conflicts at work.

Rebellion and Intervention

When and where to go for help when your teen rebels

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What if an In-Law Doesn’t Accept Me?

These steps will help you deal with those sticky in-law situations.

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When You Still Can’t Resolve Conflict

When all else fails, get an outside opinion to help you resolve conflict with your teens.

What Contributes to Personality Clashes

Not all personality clashes result from opposite personalities between parent and child. Here are other factors to consider.

The Crazy Cycle

Dr. Emerson Eggerichs describes the crazy cycle and how it affects marriages.

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Finding the Best Solution to Any Conflict

Avoid power struggles by getting on the same team as your teen.