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stimulation of the reticular activating system makes us alert
Answer:
defense support of civil authorities (DSCA) operations
Explanation:
Defense Support for Civil Authorities (DSCA) is the mechanism by which military assets and resources of the United States can be used to assist in operations usually conducted by civil authorities.... The normal approach is for the state Office of Emergency Management to apply through the JOC for military support.
Answer:
cognitive dissonance
Explanation:
Cognitive dissonance is the state of an individual where he or she develops conflicting beliefs, attitudes or behavior. When an individual's belief starts clashing with the new facts, they tend to resolve the contradiction to reduces their discomfort. For example, when people start to eat more junk food or adapt to an unhealthy lifestyle (behavior) and it leads to obesity( cognition), they are in a state of cognitive dissonance.
As per the question, Alan knows that drinking is harmful but still gives reason to justify it therefore he is in a state of cognitive dissonance.