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The Concept of Mediation
By Francis Portisford · 12 years ago
If you think you know nothing about mediation, be prepared to think again. Mediation is a concept so old that its origins are impossible to determine with authority. It is something we all encounter on ...
A Brief History of Conflict
By Francis Portisford · 12 years ago
Conflict is and has always been an unavoidable part of human civilisation. In the early days of the human race, conflict was mostly centered on access to vital resources such as sources of food and ...
How to Resolve Disputes and Manage Conflict Effectively
By Francis Portisford · 13 years ago
Resolving disputes can be difficult in any context, whether the problem is small or serious and whether it involves two parties or several. Nevertheless there are ways you can improve your ability to resolve disputes ...
How Couples Could Benefit From Mediation
By Francis Portisford · 12 years ago
So often we hear about how high the rate of divorce is in both the United Kingdom and the United States. Divorces can be emotional, time consuming, and expensive affairs. More than ever, couples are ...
Getting Along With New Flat Mates
By Francis Portisford · 13 years ago
With the new university year about to start there are countless young faces all over the United Kingdom who are eager to get to their new home. Many will be both excited and nervous about ...