Effect Of Power On Understanding And Adoption A Conflict...

Introduction Power is present in many social interactions, and it allows people to have influence over others (Papa, Daniels, Spiker, 2008). Conflicts arise when a person feels he or she has more power than the other person so they start discriminating, harassing, and alienating the disadvantaged person. Power perspective emphasizes on the ability to compel someone to do something thus suggests power to be coercive and competitive (Papa, et al., 2008). In addition, the power theory views the conflicts as a win-lose competition thus limiting the chances of a satisfactory resolution (Deutsch, Coleman, 2011). Several perspectives on power help in understanding and adoption a conflict resolution strategy (Papa, et al., 2008). In the†¦show more content†¦Conflicts are a result of the competitive humanistic orientation that often leads to a destructive course that produces frustrations and violence. Solving a conflict amicably involves the parties adopting a cooperative orientat ion where the aim is for a win-win situation (Deutsch, Coleman, 2011). They suggest a fair conflict resolution strategy that leaves both parties reconciled. Cooperative relations yield communication, coordination of efforts, and the division of labor. On the other hand, competitive relations tend to have negative effects such as impairing communication as the conflicting parties seek to gain an advantage by misleading the other party through the use of false promises (Deutsch, Coleman, 2011). This paper analyzes a selected case about religious discrimination titled under â€Å"Moody’s Diner employee dating co-owner’s son suffered religious† (Moretto, 2014). In addition, determine which type of power has been used in this case and which perspective of conflict: traditional, interpretive or critical applies to this case. Also analyze this case based on the power critical theory and apply Deutsch and Coleman cooperation and competition model. The Overview of Moody’s Diner Employee Discrimination’s Case â€Å"The Maine Human Rights Commission has