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uncertainty reduction theory

uncertainty reduction theory Uncertainty reduction theory is the idea that reducing uncertainty is a major motive behind human behavior.

Uncertainty reduction theory is the idea that reducing uncertainty is a major motive behind human behavior. It proposes that when people face uncertainty, they tend to engage in actions aimed at making the situation more predictable.