The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories: Why Do We Believe Them?
- Author
- Lynn Studio
- Published
- Sat 05 Apr 2025
- Episode Link
- https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-psychology-of-conspiracy-theories-why-do-we-believe-them--65656379
This episode explores the psychological underpinnings of why people believe in conspiracy theories that explain significant events as secret plots. It reviews existing research suggesting that epistemic (understanding), existential (safety and control), and social (self-image and belonging) motives drive this belief.
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