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Cognitive Dissonance is a theory developed in 1957 by social psychologist Leon Festinger, which has become a cornerstone in understanding human behavior. The theory posits that individuals experience discomfort when their thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors are inconsistent, leading them to seek ways to reduce this discomfort. Known as the Cognitive Dissonance Theory (CDT), it has found wide application in social psychology. Core Principles According to Festinger, an individual's cognitive system c