Types of Family conflict - JSS2 Home economics Lesson Note

1) Finances

Finance is one of the most common types of conflict with in families. Financial instability can create a tremendous amount of stress on the family. A common example is when there is a loss of employment or in instances of long-term illness or disability.

2) Parenting

Parents can have different parenting styles. One parent may be the disciplinary one while the other fills the more comforting role. Collaboration between parents is key. Parents who do not collaboratively work together may send mixed signals/messages to their children which leads to them being confused with different rules and expectations. 

3) Siblings

It is not unusual for siblings to argue occasionally, especially those close in age. Siblings can fight for an endless amount of reasons. Most of the time bickering may be harmless but sometimes it can indicate a more serious issue. Siblings who feel the have to constantly compete with each other can have strained relationship. Also, is children sense that the parent favors one more than the other, this could intensify siblings conflict.