Psychology of Conspiracy . PSY 160TG
Conspiracy theories explain important events as secret plots perpetrated by powerful and malevolent groups. What are the psychological factors that drive the popularity of this kind of belief system? What are the consequences of adopting these theories? In this seminar we address psychological scientific research that addresses each of these questions, and consider how well this research can account for specific past and present conspiracy theories.
Prerequisites: Open to Psychological & Brain Sciences, Biopsychology, and Interdisciplinar
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