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The Effect of Short-Term Memory on Conspiracy Theories
Short-term memory lapses make it easier for individuals to become conspiracy theorists because people tend to quickly forget past events and opinions. In a world with minimal accountability and fleeting memories, it becomes rational for attention-seekers to propagate conspiracy theories as individuals struggle to recall past inaccuracies, focusing more on the occasional instances when a theory may be right.
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