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prochlorperazine

n. a low-potency phenothiazine used for the treatment of nausea and vomiting and occasionally for the control of anxiety. It was formerly used as an antipsychotic agent. U.S. trade name (among others): Compazine.

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January 18th 2025

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.