Role conflict

Definition

Role conflict occurs when an individual experiences incompatible demands from two or more statuses they hold within their social networks, causing stress and difficulty in fulfilling the expectations of each role. It is a common phenomenon in complex societies where individuals often juggle multiple social positions simultaneously.

Related terms

Status: The recognized social position that an individual occupies in society.

Role Strain: The tension and difficulty faced by an individual when trying to fulfill the multiple obligations of a single status.

Social Construction of Reality:

The process by which people creatively shape reality through social interaction, underlining how societal norms and roles are created and maintained