List of Problem Categories

Note: Each of these links to a list of common conflict problems in that category. That list then links to the full write-ups.

Problems

Framing - Problems defining what the conflict is about and how it is to be addressed
Scoping - Problems defining who else is involved, what they think, and what the context or the environment of the conflict is
Communication - Problems talking with and/or understanding people involved in the conflict (on your side and on other sides).
Fact-Finding - Problems agreeing on facts relating to the situation
Procedural Issues - Problems determining how decisions should be made or regarding the fairness or justice of the decision making process.
Escalation - Problems involving the intensification of the conflict
Force - Problems associated with using coercive approaches to the conflict (approaches which try to force one side to do something against its will).
Integrative System - Problems associated with relationships between people or groups
Exchange - Problems negotiating win-win trades

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