The mistakes that were made (but not by me): why we justify stupid beliefs, bad decisions and pernicious actions. Tevris, Kerol

After making a mistake, we usually compose a “legend” that frees us from responsibility, restoring the belief that we are fair and competent in order to justify ourselves and protect our self -esteem from a blow. Social psychologists Carol Tevris and Elliot Aronson, based on long -term studies, excitingly explain what the cause of self -truth is: how they work, the damage that they can cause to us and our environment, and, most importantly, how can we recognize and stop them, Until they led us to immoral acts. It is recommended to everyone who wants to understand the secrets of human nature and understand the causes of their own actions and actions of other people. The book will be professionally useful to a wide range of specialists of various specializations in the field: psychology, medicine, sociology, journalism, conflictology, political science, mediation, rights, legal proceedings, forensics, etc.