The conversation between human and AI assistant.
What causes rejection of believing evidence when it contradicts a person's beliefs?
That makes sense. Can cognitive dissonance be a factor in this rejection of evidence?
Yes, cognitive dissonance is definitely a factor. When people encounter evidence that challenges their beliefs, it can create a state of dissonance or discomfort. This discomfort can lead people to either change their beliefs or reject the new evidence. Sometimes, people choose to reject the evidence in order to reduce the dissonance and maintain their current beliefs.