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Which theorist is associated with the concept of cognitive dissonance?

Leon Festinger (correct)

B.F. Skinner

Ivan Pavlov

Sigmund Freud

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?

Minimal justification

Self-consistency

Post-decision dissonance

Selective exposure (correct)

What is post-decision dissonance?

<p>Doubts experienced after making an important decision that is difficult to reverse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which revision to the theory of cognitive dissonance emphasizes the importance of self-consistency?

<p>Self-consistency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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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Test your knowledge on cognitive dissonance theory with this quiz! Learn about Leon Festinger and the distressing mental state caused by inconsistent beliefs or actions. Explore the three mental mechanisms that help maintain harmony between attitudes and actions. Challenge yourself with examples like smoking cigarettes and vaping.