Why The World Series Is Driving Conspiracy Theorists Crazy?

Conspiracy theorists are causing controversy as the World Series continues to be a record-breaking home run derby. A new study delves into the intricate psyche of conspiracy theorists, attributing their beliefs to a mixture of personality traits and motivations. The study aimed to examine these factors together.

During the 2014 West Africa Ebola epidemic, denials, conspiracy theories, and false rumors were common, disrupting public health interventions. People can be prone to believe in conspiracy theories due to a combination of personality traits and motivations, including relying strongly on intuition and feeling. The 2021 Capitol attack by Trump supporters was partly fueled by conspiracy theories and misinformation about vote counts and the election process.

Karen Douglas, PhD, discusses psychological research on how conspiracy theories start, why they persist, who is most likely to believe them, and whether there is any way to counter them. Dr. Dickey says that in the last six to seven decades, people began to associate the symbol with the Illuminati, a group some conspiracy theorists believe controls the world’s affairs.

The events of January 6 showed that conspiracy thinking can have serious consequences. The psychological traits that lead one down the path of conspiracy theorists include feelings of resentment, indignation, and disenchantment about the world. The far-right has used protests in the Netherlands and Canada, specifically the Dutch Farmers’ Movement and the Canadian Freedom Convoy, to capitalize on these lies.

In conclusion, conspiracy theories are not just crazy talk, but also have serious consequences for individuals and society as a whole.