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Psychology

How to Stop a Conspiracy Theory Before It Starts

Wait—You Can Inoculate Someone Against a Conspiracy Theory?! Sounds wild, right? Like slapping on a tin-foil helmet before someone even mentions aliens at Area 51. But according to a new scientific review, that’s pretty much the idea—and surprisingly, it works. Researchers just combed through nearly 7,200 people’s data across 25 studies to figure out which […]

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Psychology

Why Conspiracy Theories Stir Our Darkest Emotions

Imagine stumbling into a crowded online space where everyone believes they’ve uncovered a terrible truth that the rest of society denies. People gather here to swap stories, share frustrations, and discuss the threat they believe is lurking. For many, conspiracy theories provide comfort and an answer to the question of “why?”—even when these answers come […]

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Society

The Rise of “Conspiracies Without Theory

Imagine a conversation where logic and evidence are thrown out the window, where statements shift and contradict themselves within seconds, and where the goal isn’t clarity but rather a spectacle. This isn’t a movie scene; it’s the reality of some online conspiracy circles. Today, conspiratorial thinking is adapting to the digital age, morphing from coherent, […]

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Psychology

Unmasking Conspiracy Theories: Why We Believe the Unbelievable

Introduction: The Allure of the Unknown Imagine waking up one morning to find that the world as you know it is turned upside down. The news is filled with alarming stories, social media is ablaze with debates, and your closest friends are whispering about secret plots and hidden agendas. These whispers aren’t just idle gossip; […]

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Society

Webs of Deception: The Science Behind Conspiracy Theories and Real Conspiracies

In today’s digital age, the rapid spread of information—and misinformation—has brought conspiracy theories into the spotlight. But what separates a baseless theory from a genuine conspiracy? Recent research using innovative computational techniques is shedding light on how these stories evolve and influence public perception and behavior. The Science of Conspiracy Theories A groundbreaking study, published […]

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Psychology

Understanding the Nuances of Conspiracy Discourse

We live in a time where information spreads faster than ever, often with little regard for its accuracy. This phenomenon, known as an “infodemic,” has raised public concern, particularly during health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. The field of infodemiology, which emerged in the early internet era, studies how health-related information and misinformation spread. It’s […]

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