Cognitive Dissonance: The Conflict Within

Cognitive dissonance is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when individuals hold conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or behaviours, leading to feelings of discomfort and internal conflict.
First proposed by Leon Festinger in 1957, cognitive dissonance theory has since become a significant aspect of social psychology, shedding light on how people cope with inconsistencies in their thoughts and actions.

Victims of abusive relationships often experience cognitive dissonance due to the conflicting beliefs and emotions they encounter within the context of the abusive dynamic.

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