Substantive conflict is defined as a breakdown in the decision making process.
That is, an alternative cannot be chosen. Emotive conflict is the emotional or affective orientation to the other party resulting from the conflict over issues. It results in an affective orientation to the other party that is often stored long after the issues are resolved and forgotten. Often linked to the personality trait of aggressiveness. Conflict is resolved when one party attempts to satisfy the concerns of other by neglecting its own interests or goals.