Just asking questions – How conspiracy theories took hold in Britain
The Bunker – News without the nonsense
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Conspiracy Theories in Crisis
This chapter analyzes the surge in radicalization and conspiracy theories during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on vaccine skepticism and urban confinement beliefs. It highlights the psychological factors that allow these theories to thrive, especially through the lens of misinformation spread via social media. Additionally, the discussion addresses the complexities of belief systems, the challenges of fact-checking, and the importance of empathetic communication to counteract the influence of conspiratorial thinking.
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