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Congruity Theory: Why Your Mind Craves Perfect Alignment

By Mohammed looti / / 1 min read
Scientifically Reviewed · Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim · August 24, 2026
Medically & Scientifically Reviewed Verified: August 24, 2026
Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim PhD in Psychology
Faculty Member • University of Kerbala
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Congruity Theory: Why Your Mind Craves Perfect Alignment
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postulated by American psychologists PercyTannenbaum and Charles Osgood, a mental consistency theory which centers on the part of the convincing conversations in alterations to the state of mind. It bears a likeness to balance theory wherein it proposes that individuals are likely to possess an inclination for components in a mental system that are aligned with one another on an interior basis.

CONGRUITY THEORY: “In accordance to congruity theory, people are more likely to accept help or advice from friends than enemies.”
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About the Author: Mohammed looti

An academic and researcher specialized in educational psychology and a faculty member at the University of Kerbala. He holds a PhD in his field, and his research interests center on positive psychology, the development of psychological scales, and cognitive emotion regulation. Dr. Looti is distinguished by his contemporary research approach, focusing on the psychological effects of modern technology and artificial intelligence on mental health and identity formation among young people. His scholarly contributions also extend to studying the dynamics of family communication and its role in building self-efficacy and leadership skills, in addition to his research on mindfulness programs and psychological recovery — making him an active researcher enriching the field of educational and applied psychology.

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looti, M. (2026, August 24). Congruity Theory: Why Your Mind Craves Perfect Alignment. Encyclopedia of psychology. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/congruity-theory/
looti, Mohammed. “Congruity Theory: Why Your Mind Craves Perfect Alignment.” Encyclopedia of psychology, 24 August 2026, https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/congruity-theory/.
looti, Mohammed. “Congruity Theory: Why Your Mind Craves Perfect Alignment.” Encyclopedia of psychology. August 24, 2026. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/congruity-theory/.

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