"Avoidance goals" refers to the intentions or efforts we make to avoid or prevent specific outcomes that we see as negative or undesirable. Full definition
So although sex (even if avoidance - motivated) provides a daily boost of satisfaction, how does having sex for avoidance goals impact a relationship over time? (scienceofrelationships.com)
People motivated by avoidance goals, however, worry a lot more about failing. (entrepreneur.com)
In other words, people perceive having sex for approach goals (vs. avoidance goals) as being associated with higher desire and satisfaction regardless of the person's gender or relationship length. (scienceofrelationships.com)