I would also believe that a number of the hierarchy are having problems with the concepts of:
1) Synods/Reaching Consensus 
2) Curia, as service to the bishops, not the other way around [this term was deleted in the revised Code of Canon Law].
3) Dealing with a diversity of theological perspectives as from groups like International Theological Commission [ITA]

All of these were proposals were in the Decree on the Bishops' Pastoral Office [Vatican II documents].  

The very fact that "Gaudium spes" admonishes all to 'be able to read the signs of the times' [4], is for some of the hierarchy, an insurmountable mountain.  Reading the signs of the times means to keep abreast of theological perspectives, as well as scientific, psychological, social and political studies and events in the world.  But for the bishops to be seen as authoritative teachers of the faith, they must have the courage to become students once more.