Cognitive Dissonance Theory Was Developed by ________

question 32

Multiple Choice

Cognitive dissonance theory was developed by ________.

• A) Festinger
• B) Kelley
• C) Hall
• D) Milgram

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Definitions:

Upsetting Thoughts

Thoughts that cause emotional distress or discomfort.

Objectively

In a manner that is based on unbiased facts and evidence, without influence from personal feelings or opinions.

Dichotomous Thinking

A cognitive distortion involving seeing things in black and white categories, without recognizing the continuum or grey areas in between.

Selective Abstraction

A cognitive distortion where an individual focuses on a single negative detail or event, often out of context, leading to a skewed perception of reality.