Gao, Leilei; Wheeler, S. Christian; Shiv, Baba - In: Journal of Consumer Research 36 (2009) 1, pp. 29-38
The present research shows that when a confidently held self-view (e.g., "I am an exciting person") is temporarily cast in doubt, individuals are motivated to choose products that bolster their original self-view (e.g., choosing brands with exciting brand personalities). The findings across...