ABSTRACT
Conflict, and by the same token uncertainty, can evoke even a subtle, imperceptible threat to habituations. In order to function properly in the world, knowledge of the rules governing its functioning is crucial. People have a feeling of control when they think they are capable of reaching their assumed goals, while at the same time defending themselves against what is unintentional or unwanted. A feeling of social identity enriches the individual, making her stronger and healthier, because it allows her to perceive herself as valuable, gives sense and meaning, indicates an objective, gives a feeling of control and effectiveness. A threat to the feeling of control arouses uncertainty, and various strategies associated with primary and secondary control allow us to cope with that uncertainty.
