Environmentally Harmful Behaviors

Definition

Environmentally harmful behaviors refer to actions or activities that have a negative impact on the environment, such as excessive energy consumption, littering, deforestation, or pollution.

Related terms

Cognitive Dissonance:

It refers to the uncomfortable feeling of tension that arises when an individual holds two conflicting beliefs or attitudes simultaneously.

Confirmation Bias:

This term describes our tendency to seek out information that supports our existing beliefs while ignoring or downplaying contradictory evidence.

Rationalization:

Rationalization involves justifying our actions or decisions with logical-sounding reasons, even if those reasons may not be entirely accurate.