Conflict theory is an idea presented by Karl Marx that suggests competition for resources keeps people in conflict. Conflict theory offers one explanation for the struggle between socioeconomic groups ...

Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. There are certain theories that explain ...

Conflict happens everywhere. Divorcing couples dividing up assets, labor unions negotiating contracts and political leaders weighing how to address international disputes all need to understand how ...