cognitive–evaluative consistency

the degree to which the cognitive basis of an attitude (see bases of an attitude) and the overall attitude are evaluatively consistent with one another. For example, if the cognitive basis is extremely positive and the overall attitude is extremely negative, cognitive–evaluative consistency is low. See also affective–cognitive consistency; affective–evaluative consistency.

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January 31st 2025

biological factor

any physical, chemical, genetic, or neurological condition associated with psychological disturbances.