Discuss three alternatives to cognitive dissonance theory
What will be an ideal response?
Whereas cognitive dissonance theory posits a state of psychological tension that people
are motivated to reduce by bringing their attitudes more in line with their behaviors, (1)
self-perception theory suggests that people interpret their attitudes by observing their
behaviors and that physiological arousal is not necessary for self-persuasion to occur,
(2) impression-management theory maintains that what matters is not the consistency
between attitudes and behaviors but the appearance of such consistency, and (3) selfaffirmation theory proposes that attitude change is spurred by threats to the selfconcept.
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In order to develop a comprehensive understanding of the causes of health behaviors, it is best to:
a. identify the genetic bases c. use the biopsychosocial approach b. understand a person's economic situation d. Focus on personality factors.
In the research by Vandewater and McAdams which examined the issue of generativity in middle-age, it was found that generative study participants:
a. were self-absorbed b. had little hope for the future c. were oriented toward helping others d. could only be happy if they were biological parents
Discuss how intrauterine methods of contraception work
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