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Mediation Boards and youth: the role, need, and implementation of conflict resolution in Sri Lankan school systems Youth and conflict Conflicts are understood differently by young people depending on their experiences in society. As opposed to what society typically perceives as a conflict, it encompasses a much broader spectrum than mere disagreements. Conflicts often arise as a result of differences in perception in the youth community. Even though individuality is a personal characteristic, it is likely to differ from person to person depending on their social background and environment. These differences are also influenced by nature and the environment, with individuals also having the potential to change in response to factors such as education, experience, religion, and culture, as well as inherited traits from past societies. Having a better understanding of conflict situations can have a positive effect on a person’s ability to resolve the same while also broadening their ...