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Denial: Rejecting the evidence
Denial refers to the rejection or diminution of a phenomenon that has a large and even overwhelming body of supporting evidence.
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The self-determination theory
It states that people have 3 main psychological needs that support their motivation to engage in any behavior.
- The need for autonomy, or the belief that an action came from the self.
- The need for competence. Its important fo...
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Changing a behavior or changing a belief
- Changing a behavior is in most cases hard because most behaviors are rewarding.
- Changing a belief is often easierand that’s why some elements of denial appear: this could mean trivializing the source of the disson...
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Reactance
This refers to the negative feelings that people experience when they feel their freedom is threatened in some way (for example, the government stating that they can’t shop, travel, or meet in large gathering as normal.)
If people find a belief or idea to be alar...
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The role of identity in denial
Some psychologists state that the denial of facts is frequently based on identity and belonging, not on ignorance and. If this is the case, changing minds would require more than proper reasoning.
The persons that denies scientific facts is most likely trying to confirm an...
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Our aversion to cognitive dissonance
Cognitive dissonance is a negative, tensed emotional state that is caused by holding beliefs or behaviors that are inconsistent with one another.
Because cognitive dissonance brings discomfort, we try to escape it. There are 2 options to get rid of it: to change a ...
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Denial
Mechanism motto: There’s no way that’s going to happen.
The problem with denial: Denial is more than just avoiding a potentially threatening thought or circumstance—it involves vehemently denying the fact that it even exists. It blinds you with unrealistic optimism.
Reactance
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Find the Best Evidence
When you have good evidence, it makes it a lot easier to counter other people’s points while supporting your own.
Prepare ahead of time. That way, when an argument comes up, you’re locked and loaded with answers to show your adversary that you know what’s what.
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