A dynamical system is one in which the elements interact in complex ways to form coherent patterns. This book demonstrates how the dynamical system perspective can be applied to social psychological research to explain such phenomena as social relations, attitudes and interpersonal behaviour.[...]

Conflict is inherent in virtually every aspect of human relations, from sport to parliamentary democracy, from fashion in the arts to paradigmatic challenges in the sciences, and from economic activity to intimate relationships. Yet, it can become among the most serious social problems humans face [...]