Jack Brehm

Jack Brehm

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Jack Brehm was an American psychologist best known for his pioneering work in the field of motivation and the theory of reactance, which explores how individuals respond to perceived threats to their freedom of choice. His research has been influential in understanding human behavior, particularly in the context of desire and the attraction to forbidden experiences, as it highlights the innate curiosity and rebellious nature of individuals when faced with restrictions.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
1,133,009
Power
2,381$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
India 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 1,380,004,385 1,133,009 $2,900,000 2,381$
Totals 1 1,380,004,385 1,133,009 $2,900,000 2,381$
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Recent Mentions

India India: Jack Brehm's Psychological Reactance Theory proposes that people can push back when they feel their freedom to choose is being limited. 7

The Times of India: Psychology says people who never cut birthday cakes may not dislike celebrations; here’s what it reveals about them |

Paraguay Paraguay: Jack Brehm proposed the theory of reactance, suggesting that limited freedom of choice increases the desire for restricted options. 7

ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967: Por qué fantaseamos con lo prohibido: la psicología detrás del deseo - Sexualidad