Cognitive Dissonance

cognitive dissonance  In 1957, Leon Festinger proposed another theory for understanding how persuasion functions: cognitive dissonance theory  A little more than 60 years ago, Leon Festinger published A Theory of Cognitive Dissonance Festinger's theory of cognitive dissonance has been one

Cognitive dissonance refers to the discomfort a person feels when experiencing conflicting thoughts, beliefs, ideas, attitudes, information, or behaviors Definition of cognitive dissonance noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes,

People like to believe that they are logical, consistent, and good at making decisions Cognitive dissonance can interfere with the perceptions Cognitive dissonance in the workplace can lead to feelings of tension, confusion, and discomfort that can contribute to burnout