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Unit 9 – Social Psychology
Topic 9.2
How would cognitive dissonance theory explain someone's change of attitude toward smoking after learning its health risks?
The person feels uncomfortable with their current behavior and adjusts their attitude accordingly to reduce discomfort.
The person rationalizes that they enjoy smoking despite its risks, hence no need for an attitudinal shift.
The person simply obeys what healthcare professionals say without internal conflict.
The person modifies their behavior first, then changes their attitude towards smoking.
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