James Is a Scientist for a Local Manufacturer That Employs

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Essay

James is a scientist for a local manufacturer that employs a large percentage of the small town where he lives. Until recently James has loved his job. However, it has been discovered that the company is releasing small amounts of toxins into the local river. James is extremely bothered by this information. Based on what you know about James, describe the cognitive dissonance that he is experiencing, and two ways that James might alter his behavior or attitude to reduce the dissonance.

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Definitions:

Antipsychotic Drugs

Medications primarily used to manage psychosis, particularly in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, by reducing or alleviating symptoms.

Serotonin Syndrome

A potentially life-threatening condition resulting from an excessive amount of serotonin in the body, often due to drug interactions or overdose.

Transference

A phenomenon in psychotherapy where a patient redirects feelings and desires originally felt towards a significant person to the therapist.

Cognitive Therapy

Cognitive therapy is a psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic procedure, emphasizing the importance of thought patterns in psychological health.