Cognitive Dissonance in Behavior Therapy: Some Basic Treatment Strategies

Richard E. Jensen, Ph.D.Authors Info & Affiliations

Publication: American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 33, Number 2

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1979.33.2.303

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Abstract

As the behavioral model becomes liberalized and more encompassing very different frameworks may offer treatment resources. Several treatment techniques derived from cognitive-dissonance theory are discussed in the context of relevant theoretical postulates. Most of the techniques may be applied as needed regardless of the orientation of the practitioner.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 33 • Number 2 • 1979, pp. 159–327

Pages: 303 - 311

PubMed: 453388

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Published in print: 1979, pp. 159–327

Published online: 30 April 2018

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Richard E. Jensen, Ph.D.^†

Paducah, Ky.

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Article written during a clinical fellowship at The Center for Behavior Therapy Beverly Hills, California.

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Supervising Psychologist, Community MH Center of W. Ky., 1530 Lone Oak Road, P.O. Box 1502, Paducah, Ky., 42001.

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Cognitive Dissonance in Behavior Therapy: Some Basic Treatment Strategies

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