Foundations of Conflict Resolution in Interpersonal Relationships Based on Islamic Thought

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Masters in Psychology, Imam Khomeini Education and Research Institute, Qom, Iran

2 Assistant Professor at the Department of Education, Islamic Sciences and Culture Academy, Qom, Iran

3 Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychology, Imam Khomeini Education and Research Institute, Qom, Iran

Abstract

According to research, individuals who use constructive conflict resolution methods in interpersonal relationships have higher psychological well-being. A fundamental belief is crucial in designing an effective conflict resolution model. Drawing a conflict resolution model in interpersonal relationships is effective when based on Islamic foundations. This research aimed to identify conflict resolution foundations using two methods of linguistic semantics and qualitative content analysis. By forming the semantic field of conflict in interpersonal relationships, 23 primary concepts were identified. In the process of collecting documents, narratives were examined using purposive sampling and the saturation principle. Data were screened using two criteria of weak books and lack of conceptual relevance. The final analysis of narratives was performed using the qualitative content analysis method of Siah and Shannon (2005) in three stages of open, axial, and selective coding. The research findings indicate that it is essential to base the construction of a conflict resolution model on Islamic thought on internal foundations (possibility of conflict occurrence and resolution, conflicting tendencies, love of essence, failure to meet all needs, self-control, rightness, and the will of God) and external foundations (preserving interpersonal cohesion, individual differences, desirability of peace, and eschatology).

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  • Receive Date: 29 May 2023
  • Accept Date: 15 September 2023

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