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How we change what others think, feel, believe and do
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How we change what others think, feel, believe and do |
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Realistic Conflict Theory
Explanations > Theories > Realistic Conflict Theory Description | Research | Example | So What? | See also | References
DescriptionWhen there is limited resources, then this leads to conflict, prejudice and discrimination between groups who seek that common resource. Once hostility has been aroused, it is very difficult to return to normal relations and an ongoing feud can arise. ResearchMuzafer Sherif divided a Boy Scout camp into two groups, the Eagles and the Rattlers. After helping the groups to each become cohesive, he introduced competitive games and other conflicts. Before long, a full-scale riot was in progress and the researchers had to work hard at mediation to defuse the situation. ExampleA common situation is where jobs are scarce and an established group blames immigrants for ‘taking the food out of our childrens’ mouths’. So what?Using itGain control over a resource required by many. Where you cannot, point to others who use the resource as causes of your own ills. DefendingWhen resources are limited, pre-empt conflict by setting up joint councils, etc. to decide fairly on allocation. See alsohttp://www.ppu.org.uk/learn/peaceed/pe_robbers_cave.html ReferencesSherif (1966), Levine and Campbell (1972), Jackson (1993) |awa|dp| |
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