Abstract diagram of identical shapes growing brighter from left to right, illustrating the mere exposure effect

Mere Exposure Effect

The mere exposure effect is the tendency to develop a preference for something simply because it is familiar. Psychologist Robert …

Read More →

Abstract diagram of two arrows pulling in opposite directions joined by a knot, illustrating cognitive dissonance

Cognitive Dissonance

Cognitive dissonance is the uncomfortable feeling that arises when a person holds two conflicting beliefs, or when their behaviour clashes …

Read More →