Conflict vs. HIB

Conflict

HIB

• Involves people with similar degrees of power

• Involves an imbalance of power

• Involves a mutual disagreements or difference in interests or goals. Includes arguments and fights.

• One or more students are victims of one or more person’s aggression, needs, or interest.

• Is reciprocal; both parties participate in the conflict

• Is one-sided; one party instigates

• Both parties are responsible for wrongdoing

• Bully is responsible for wrongdoing

• A normal part of growing up and of life. The intent is not to hurt.

• The intent is to physically or emotionally hurt someone.

• Can be fairly resolved by compromise or negotiation

• A fair resolution involves a change in behavior of the bully; the target has no concession to make