Approach-approach+conflict.

toc = Definition: = A conflict arising from having to choose between equally desirable alternatives. p321 Gen Psych, Chapter 10 pp. 320-321

Examples:
There are two kinds of approach-approach conflicts:
 * Major: **
 * Should I build a promising career or disrupt it to raise a child?
 * Should I take a trip to Australia or take the job I have always wanted
 * Should I travel or settle down and raise a child?
 * Minor: **
 * What movie should I see?
 * Should I play soccer or volleyball?
 * Which shoes should I wear for the wedding?

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Choosing between healthy food and junk food may be two desirable choices. media type="youtube" key="8rnToMX9_NI" height="315" width="560" This is an example of a teen torn between basketball and music. Start watching at 3:10.

Analogies:
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Mnemonics:
I decided to go for a walk into the garden. As I approached a fork in the road, I couldn't decide which path to take because they both looked bright and sunny. I chose the one on the right and as I walked, I decided this was the right choice.

In the News:
[|Psychology of Conflicts] Conflict is a state of opposition, disagreement or incompatibility between two or more people or groups of people, which is sometimes characterized by physical violence. Military conflict between states may constitute war. .