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What is the induced compliance paradigm in the context of cognitive dissonance?
What is the induced compliance paradigm in the context of cognitive dissonance?
- Asking participants to write an essay that contradicts their stated attitudes. (correct)
- Having participants analyze their previous actions.
- Forcing participants to change their beliefs.
- Encouraging agreement among participants.
Which strategy is commonly used for dissonance reduction?
Which strategy is commonly used for dissonance reduction?
- Ignoring the feelings of dissonance.
- Adopting new beliefs that justify current actions. (correct)
- Changing one's action to align with beliefs.
- Completely denying any past beliefs. (correct)
How can cognitive dissonance influence behavior following decision-making?
How can cognitive dissonance influence behavior following decision-making?
- It intensifies discomfort, prompting rationalizations. (correct)
- It decreases tension between actions and beliefs.
- It eliminates conflicting beliefs entirely.
- It always leads to immediate behavioral change.
What was an example of a dissonance reduction strategy used in the conversation about health habits?
What was an example of a dissonance reduction strategy used in the conversation about health habits?
What does the study suggest about cognitive dissonance and behavior change?
What does the study suggest about cognitive dissonance and behavior change?
Which of the following best describes how rationalization functions in cognitive dissonance?
Which of the following best describes how rationalization functions in cognitive dissonance?
What is suggested about how people rationalize their behaviors?
What is suggested about how people rationalize their behaviors?
What impact does cognitive dissonance have on one's perception of their habits?
What impact does cognitive dissonance have on one's perception of their habits?
What is a key aspect of cognitive dissonance theory in decision-making?
What is a key aspect of cognitive dissonance theory in decision-making?
Which of the following is a mechanism mentioned for reducing cognitive dissonance?
Which of the following is a mechanism mentioned for reducing cognitive dissonance?
What scenario exemplifies the principles of cognitive dissonance as discussed in the content?
What scenario exemplifies the principles of cognitive dissonance as discussed in the content?
Which factor has contributed to the rise of discussions around lifestyle changes?
Which factor has contributed to the rise of discussions around lifestyle changes?
What does cognitive dissonance theory claim about individuals experiencing psychological tension?
What does cognitive dissonance theory claim about individuals experiencing psychological tension?
In the context of cognitive dissonance, what might rationalization allow individuals to maintain?
In the context of cognitive dissonance, what might rationalization allow individuals to maintain?
What was a focus of the discussion mentioned in the content regarding lifestyle changes?
What was a focus of the discussion mentioned in the content regarding lifestyle changes?
What is one suggested approach for further exploration mentioned in the content?
What is one suggested approach for further exploration mentioned in the content?
Flashcards
Cognitive Dissonance
Cognitive Dissonance
The psychological discomfort experienced when beliefs and behaviors conflict.
Rationalization
Rationalization
The process of justifying behaviors or beliefs to reduce cognitive dissonance.
Dissonance Reduction Strategies
Dissonance Reduction Strategies
Techniques used to alleviate the discomfort of cognitive dissonance.
Decision-Making Processes
Decision-Making Processes
The steps or methods employed when choosing between options.
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Psychological Harmony
Psychological Harmony
A state where a person’s beliefs and behaviors align, reducing dissonance.
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Lifestyle Changes
Lifestyle Changes
Modifications to daily habits to improve health and well-being.
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Health-Consciousness
Health-Consciousness
Awareness and prioritization of health in one’s lifestyle choices.
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Justifications for Behaviors
Justifications for Behaviors
Reasons people give to support actions that contradict their beliefs.
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Induced Compliance Paradigm
Induced Compliance Paradigm
A study method where participants write essays contradicting their attitudes.
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Dissonance Reduction Strategy
Dissonance Reduction Strategy
Techniques used to alleviate cognitive dissonance, like changing attitudes.
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Attitude Change
Attitude Change
Altering one's beliefs to match their actions and reduce dissonance.
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Denial Strategy
Denial Strategy
Completely rejecting previous beliefs to reduce dissonance.
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Excuses
Excuses
Justifications made to avoid confronting dissonance.
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Behavior Change Promotion
Behavior Change Promotion
Methods to encourage positive actions instead of altering beliefs.
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Cognitive Dissonance Theory
- Cognitive dissonance is a psychological discomfort arising from conflicting beliefs and behaviors.
- Individuals experience psychological tension when their beliefs and actions are inconsistent.
- This discomfort motivates individuals to reduce dissonance.
Dissonance Reduction Strategies
- Rationalization: Attempting to justify behaviors that contradict beliefs.
- Attitude change: Modifying beliefs to align with behaviors.
- Denial: Avoiding acknowledging the inconsistency between beliefs and behaviors.
- This article notes dissonance reduction is common in instances where actions do not match beliefs.
Applying Cognitive Dissonance in Conversation
- The author discusses a conversation with a friend regarding lifestyle changes (healthier diet, exercise).
- Both recognized benefits of a healthier lifestyle (mood, health, well-being),
- Both continued current unhealthy habits.
- This created evident cognitive dissonance.
- Excuses like lack of time and busy schedules emerged as common dissonance reduction techniques in the conversation.
- The perceived need for lifestyle adoption intensified the experience of dissonance.
Decision Making as a Trigger
- Festinger suggests dissonance intensifies after a decision.
- Choosing to maintain current habits instead of adopting a healthier lifestyle increased dissonance.
- The subsequent rationalizations (e.g., lack of time, existing commitments) aimed to reduce discomfort.
Importance of Understanding Cognitive Dissonance
- Understanding how dissonance is reduced helps in promoting behavior change.
- It reveals how people justify behaviors that clash with their beliefs.
- Recognizing dissonance reduction methods is vital for promoting positive change.
Research Evidence
- The author references studies (induced compliance paradigm) illustrating strategies to decrease cognitive dissonance such as altering attitudes or entirely denying previous beliefs.
- A common strategy identified by researchers to alleviate dissonance is changing one's attitude.
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