The concept of a conflict spiral describes

A) increased physical arousal that occurs during conflict.
B) increasingly negative exchanges between parties in conflict.
C) reciprocal misperceptions that occur during conflict.
D) the relationship between conflict and intergroup contact.
E) a method for resolving conflict.

Conflict Spiral

A dynamic where small disagreements escalate into larger conflicts due to mutual retaliation or misunderstanding.

Increasingly Negative Exchanges

A phenomenon where interactions between parties become progressively more hostile or adverse over time.

Reciprocal Misperceptions

A situation where groups or individuals have incorrect beliefs or assumptions about each other's attitudes, feelings, or desires, often exacerbating conflicts.