Explain Cognitive Dissonance Theory in Brief

question 121

Essay

Explain cognitive dissonance theory in brief.

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Definitions:

Morphine

An opioid medication derived from the opium poppy, used primarily to relieve severe pain by directly acting on the central nervous system.

Peyote Plant

The Peyote Plant is a small, spineless cactus with psychoactive alkaloids, most notably mescaline, used primarily in Native American ritual contexts.

Methadone

A synthetic opioid used primarily for drug addiction detoxification and maintenance therapy, especially in heroin addiction.

Addiction

A chronic, often relapsing brain disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use despite harmful consequences.