When was the last time you had an argument, and with whom? Conflicts among friends or in the family are common, and can negatively impact our health. In the stressful times of a crisis, conflicts in friendships and in the family can occur more frequently.

A research project of the Department of Psychology at the University of Zurich aims to better understand conflicts in friendships or family, and develop strategies that help reconciling instead of distancing or even end a relationship.

The central question of the project is: What is the best way to deal with interpersonal disagreements? This Science Café will present the current state of research on this question. Afterwards, based on a case study, the audience will discuss their personal experiences.

Speakers

• Sophie Kittelberger, PhD student, Department of Psychology, University of Zurich
• Selina Caviezel, PhD student, Department of Psychology, University of Zurich