Description
Instructions:
Based on your reading and after viewing the video in Unit 3, complete the following:
Summarize Festinger’s theory of cognitive dissonance in your own words. Include a description of his landmark study, which provided evidence to support this theory.
In addition, think about a time when you experienced cognitive dissonance. Discuss your example and include the following:
The two conflicting cognitions/behaviors
Describe why they created dissonance
How the dissonance impacted your self-concept
Steps you took to resolve your dissonance
How you justified your thoughts and behavior
How the dissonance has led you to change your behavior
Steps you now take to avoid experiencing dissonance.
For each bullet point above, relate your responses to Festinger’s theory and landmark research study.
Requirements:
Provide at least one (1) peer response that elaborates on your classmate’s ideas with further comment or observation, presents a relevant new idea or viewpoint for consideration, and raises a question, or politely offers an alternative perspective.
Include at least two (2) reference citations in correct APA style.Post the assignment and your response to the Assignment Forum by the due dates listed above.
