__________theory,developed by psychologist __________,argues that when individuals feel threatened,they instinctively want to restore their freedom.
A) Self-discrepancy; Jack Brehm
B) Self-discrepancy; Robert Cialdini
C) Reactance; Jack Brehm
D) Reactance; Robert Cialdini

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Reactance theory, developed by psychologist Jack Brehm, posits that individuals experience an unpleasant motivational arousal (reactance) when they perceive a threat to or loss of their free behaviors. This theory suggests that when people feel their freedom to choose is limited or threatened, they become motivated to regain that freedom.

__________Theory,developed by Psychologist __________,Argues That When Individuals Feel Threatened,they Instinctively

Theory,developed by Psychologist ,Argues That When Individuals Feel Threatened,they Instinctively