'The Ideological Brain' – Are Some People Hard-wired for Radicalisation?
Politics on the Couch
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Cognitive Rigidity and Ideological Beliefs
This chapter examines the disconnect between cognitive function and ideological beliefs, asserting that intelligence does not equate to open-mindedness. It highlights how cognitive rigidity can persist across various intelligence levels, suggesting that ideological adherence is more strongly influenced by rigidity than by intellectual capacity.
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