Cognitive Dissonance Theory & Examples - Lesson -

cognitive dissonance  Abstract The theory of cognitive dissonance states that inconsistency between beliefs or behaviors creates an aversive motivational state akin Cognitive dissonance is the psychological conflict a person experiences when they hold simultaneous conflicting attitudes, beliefs or behaviors

Cognitive dissonance can happen in just about any area of your life and occurs when your current behavior contradicts one of your beliefs You Cognitive dissonance refers to the discomfort a person feels when experiencing conflicting thoughts, beliefs, ideas, attitudes, information, or behaviors

Leon Festinger's theory of cognitive dissonance has been widely recognized for its important and influential concepts in areas of motivation and social Leon Festinger's theory of cognitive dissonance has been widely recognized for its important and influential concepts in areas of motivation and social