THE ROLE OF GENDER IN THE REGULATION OF FAMILY CONFLICTS

Abstract :This article examines the influence of gender on the regulation of family conflicts. The author analyses the differences in men’s and women’s approaches to family conflicts in the context of modern socio-cultural changes. Traditional and modern gender roles and their influence on the ways of expressing emotions, decision-making and communication in the process of conflict resolution are discussed. The conclusion summarises and draws conclusions on how to improve gender-sensitive conflict management mechanisms to maintain healthy family relationships. Keywords: divorce, emotional condition, positive affect, negative affect, vitality.