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          FeaturedPsychology
          ·October 1, 2015·4 min read

          Conspiracy or Coincidence? Investigating Conspiracist Thinking

          Contrary to previous studies, researchers report they have found no evidence of a link between conspiracist thinking and perceptions of order or intent.
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          ·November 1, 2021·2 min read

          How Conspiracy Theorists Exploited COVID-19 Science

          Researchers say those who create and spread conspiracy theories about COVID-19 are using the provisional nature of science to paint scientists as "malignant actors" and discredit findings.
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          ·April 16, 2021·6 min read

          Doomscrolling: Why We Do It, and How We Can Stop

          People are reporting an uptick in personal "doomscrolling" activities online. Marked by consuming excessive amounts of negative content during one sitting, doomscrolling may be linked to anxiety. Researchers provide suggestions about how people can halt doomscrolling activities.
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          ·July 27, 2021·3 min read

          Paranoia Is Another Byproduct of the Pandemic

          The coronavirus pandemic has sparked an increase of people reporting feelings of paranoia, especially in states where there is low adherence to mask mandates. Researchers report paranoia was associated with an increased acceptance of conspiracy theories, including believing anti-vaccine information and Q-Anon conspiracies.
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          FeaturedPsychology
          ·April 1, 2021·4 min read

          Conspiracy Theories Are Dividing Us. How Do We Talk About Them?

          Belief in conspiracy theories is causing problems within families and other close relationships. The growth of conspiratorial belief may be a result of social media outlets making it easier for those who believe in conspiracies to find other believers and share misinformation. Researchers say discussing your concerns for those close to you who believe in conspiracies requires a very careful approach.
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          ·July 25, 2022·2 min read

          Stress Increases Beliefs That Underlie Disorders and Conspiracy Theories

          Study examines why conspiracy theories and psychiatric disorders historically tend to peak during periods of social crisis and stress.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·July 27, 2019·5 min read

          The politics of fear: How it manipulates us to tribalism

          Using fear as a political platform has created a resurgence in feelings of tribalism. The utilization of fear as a political tool is uninformed, illogical and can result in increased social violence. A new study looks at the impact of the politics of fear on tribalism.
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          ·February 2, 2018·3 min read

          Belief in Conspiracy Theories Associated With Vaccine Skepticism

          A new study reveals people who strongly believe in conspiracy theories are more likely to hold anti-vaccine attitudes.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·April 17, 2021·4 min read

          ‘Deprogramming’ Qanon Followers Ignores Free Will and Why They Adopted the Beliefs in the First Place

          Researchers warn that "deprogramming" beliefs of those who believe in outlandish conspiracy theories may be detrimentally harmful. Instead, they suggest a more cautious approach, such as listening to their concerns and problems, may prove to be a better option.
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          AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology
          ·August 25, 2018·5 min read

          More Than 50% of People in Britain, France and Italy Still Think There May Be a Link Between ASD and Vaccines

          According to researchers, over 50% of people in some European countries still believe the myth that vaccines cause autism, despite the claim being widely discredited. A new paper looks at why so many people may still believe the vaccine-autism link is real.
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          FeaturedPsychology
          ·May 30, 2018·4 min read

          Predicting the Likelihood People Will Believe in Conspiracy Theories

          Researchers report people with high levels of confidence in their understanding of public policy are more likely to endorse political conspiracies, especially if they lack accurate knowledge of policy.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·August 13, 2022·6 min read

          Cognitive Biases and Brain Biology Help Explain Why Facts Don’t Change Minds

          Our worldview forms during childhood as a result of our socialization within a particular cultural context. Our views get reinforced over time by the social groups we keep, the media we consume, and even the way in which our brains are wired. Challenging our worldviews with facts can feel like an attack on our personal identities and can often result in hardening our positions. Researchers assess how we can open our minds and explore facts that may go against our personal worldviews.
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