The science of ‘weird shit’: why we believe in fate, ghosts and conspiracy theories
Science Weekly
Unveiling the Psychology Behind Paranormal Beliefs and Conspiracy Theories
This chapter explores Chris French's career studying strange phenomena, focusing on the shift from entertaining paranormal experiences to investigating the psychology behind them. Through anecdotes and experiments, the discussion highlights cognitive biases influencing beliefs in the paranormal and conspiracy theories.
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