Spidey's Tips on Conflict Resolution
 STOP AND THINK.
Don't lose
control.
LISTEN when the
other person is
talking. Try to understand his or
her point of view.
COMMUNICATE by
saying exactly
what you mean in a clear way.
MOVE AWAY FAST
if someone has
a weapon, or has been using alcohol
or other drugs. That's no time to
resolve anything.
THINK ABOUT IT.
Violence on TV
may look exciting and even funny.
In real life, violence is frightening and dangerous.
AVOID people who
tease or threaten others. Who needs friends
like that?
REMEMBER, belonging
to a group is fun. But sometimes groups
can pressure you to do things you know are wrong.
When you're in
that kind of situation, it's important to think for
yourself. Don't let
the group think for you!
WALK AWAY when
you're too angry to be reasonable. Cool down.
Then come back and talk.
ASK A FRIEND or
trusted adult to help solve the problem.
RESPECT YOURSELF
and others too. Even people who are different
in dress, appearance, or some other way deserve to
be treated
with respect.
You can write to Prevent Child Abuse America for a free copy of the
Spider-Man comic book on resolving conflict. Send to:
Prevent Child Abuse America-SPIDERMAN
PO Box 2866
Chicago, IL 60690
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