Leon Festinger
Leon Festinger was a prominent American social psychologist, best known for developing the social comparison theory, which explores how individuals assess their own worth by comparing themselves to others. His work has had a lasting impact on psychology, particularly in understanding self-esteem, motivation, and the effects of social dynamics on personal well-being.
Born on Dec 08, 1919 (105 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Germany | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 61,246 | $3,845,000 | 2,811$ |
| Totals | 1 | 83,783,942 | 61,246 | $3,845,000 | 2,811$ |
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Leon Festinger is a social psychologist known for his theory of cognitive dissonance, referenced in the context of effort and reward.
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Leon Festinger is known for his social comparison theory, which explains how individuals determine their social and personal worth by comparing themselves to others.
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