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democratic atmosphere

a climate of social and political equality in which group members resolve issues and make choices through the use of procedures that ensure that the final decision accurately reflects the predominant desires and intentions of the group.

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double approach–avoidance conflict

double approach–avoidance conflict

a complex conflict situation arising when a person is confronted with two goals or options that each have significant attractive and unattractive features. See also approach–avoidance conflict.