Jane's son started getting influenced by Joe Rogan, who was promoting wacky COVID theories and QAnon conspiracy theories. Initially low-key, the influence escalated as he posted online content related to the end of the world, instigation, and pedophile ring conspiracy theories. Four years later, Jane's son remains deeply entrenched in these beliefs.
So you've got a loved one who's fallen deep down the conspiracy rabbit hole. Are they destined to stay there forever?
Today, we hear from a former conspiracy theorist and a social psychologist on what fuels these beliefs, how likely people are to change their minds, and what you can (and can't) do to help.
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