Conflict arises when one party perceives that another party has or will negatively impact something they care about. There are different types of conflict including intra-individual, inter-individual, intra-group, inter-group, and inter-organizational. While conflict can stimulate creativity and innovation, it can also divert energy, waste resources, and damage relationships. Common causes of conflict include communication issues, behavioral problems, and structural factors like role ambiguity or limited resources. Conflict is typically resolved through improved communication, addressing behaviors, or restructuring to reduce tensions between parties. Negotiation is often used to find a mutually agreeable solution through distributive or integrative bargaining approaches.