approach-approach conflict
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ap·proach-ap·proach con·flict
a situation of indecision and vacillation in which an individual is confronted with two equally attractive alternatives.
approach-approach conflict
Etymology: L, ad + propiare, to draw near
a conflict resulting from the simultaneous presence of two or more incompatible impulses, desires, or goals, each of which is desirable. Also called double-approach conflict. See also conflict.
ap·proach-ap·proach con·flict
(ă-prōchă-prōch konflikt)State of indecision and vacillation in which someone is confronted with equally attractive alternatives.