Questions and Answers
What is an approach-approach conflict?
Give an example of approach-approach conflict.
An elderly man sampling different flavors at Cold Stone and trying to decide which he likes best.
What is an avoidance-avoidance conflict?
Give an example of avoidance-avoidance conflict.
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What is an approach-avoidance conflict?
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Give an example of approach-avoidance conflict.
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What is a multiple approach-avoidance conflict?
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Give an example of multiple approach-avoidance conflict.
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Study Notes
Forms of Conflict
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Approach-approach conflict: Involves making a choice between two positive, desirable alternatives.
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Example: An elderly man in line at Cold Stone struggles to choose a favorite ice cream flavor, causing a delay for others behind him.
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Avoidance-avoidance conflict: Centers around selecting between two negative, undesirable alternatives.
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Example: A father faced with the choice of punishing his son can either make him wash dishes or take out the trash, both being undesirable options.
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Approach-avoidance conflict: Characterized by being both attracted and repelled by the same goal or activity.
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Example: A boyfriend feels drawn to meet his girlfriend's father to bond with the family but is simultaneously afraid of how the father will react to him.
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Multiple approach-avoidance conflict: Involves attraction and repulsion regarding several options at the same time.
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Example: Visiting a car dealership reveals a new car that is appealing but comes with upcoming bills; comparing it to an old car which lacks new costs but offers less allure.
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Description
Explore the various forms of conflict in psychology, including approach-approach, avoidance-avoidance, approach-avoidance, and multiple approach-avoidance conflicts. This quiz delves into definitions and real-life examples that illustrate each type of conflict. Test your understanding and application of these concepts in everyday situations.