Cognitive Dissonance as a Cognitive Bias
Cognitive dissonance is often used to explain why people may choose to ignore evidence that runs contrary to their beliefs or opinions. This behavior is the root of a number of cognitive biases such as cherry picking or the backfire effect.Another thought pattern related to cognitive dissonance is a tendency to assume that the unobtainable has little value, a bias known as sour grapes.| Overview: Cognitive Dissonance | ||
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Definition | A sense of stress that results from internal inconsistencies. | |
Examples | Considering two seeming contradictory ideas at the same time.Actions that are inconsistent with beliefs.Encountering evidence that is contrary to beliefs.Wanting what you can't have. | |
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