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Which theorist is associated with the concept of cognitive dissonance?
Which theorist is associated with the concept of cognitive dissonance?
- Leon Festinger (correct)
- B.F. Skinner
- Ivan Pavlov
- Sigmund Freud
What is cognitive dissonance?
What is cognitive dissonance?
- A mental state caused by inconsistency between a person's conscious and unconscious mind
- A mental state caused by inconsistency between a person's two beliefs or a belief and an action (correct)
- A mental state caused by inconsistency between a person's thoughts and emotions
- A mental state caused by inconsistency between a person's past and present experiences
Which mechanism prevents cognitive dissonance by avoiding information that is incompatible with one's beliefs?
Which mechanism prevents cognitive dissonance by avoiding information that is incompatible with one's beliefs?
- Minimal justification
- Self-consistency
- Post-decision dissonance
- Selective exposure (correct)
What is post-decision dissonance?
What is post-decision dissonance?
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Which revision to the theory of cognitive dissonance emphasizes the importance of self-consistency?
Which revision to the theory of cognitive dissonance emphasizes the importance of self-consistency?
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Cognitive Dissonance
- Leon Festinger is the theorist associated with the concept of cognitive dissonance.
- Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort or anxiety that occurs when an individual holds two or more conflicting values, beliefs, or ideas.
Mechanisms to Prevent Cognitive Dissonance
- Selective exposure is the mechanism that prevents cognitive dissonance by avoiding information that is incompatible with one's beliefs.
Post-Decision Dissonance
- Post-decision dissonance is a type of cognitive dissonance that occurs after making a decision, causing individuals to re-evaluate their choices to reduce discomfort.
Revisions to the Theory of Cognitive Dissonance
- The self-consistency revision emphasizes the importance of self-consistency in reducing cognitive dissonance, suggesting that individuals strive to maintain a consistent self-image.
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