Conspiracy theories fuel prejudice towards minority group

Jolley, Daniel and Douglas, Karen M. (2019) Conspiracy theories fuel prejudice towards minority group. The Conversation Trust.

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Abstract

Some 60 of British people believe in at least one conspiracy theory, a recent poll reveals. From the idea that 9/11 was an inside job to the notion that climate change is a hoax, conspiracy theories divert attention away from the facts in favour of plots and schemes involving powerful and secret groups. With the aid of modern technology, conspiracy theories have found a natural home online.

Item Type: Other
Subjects: C800 Psychology
L300 Sociology
Department: Faculties > Health and Life Sciences > Psychology
Depositing User: Rachel Branson
Date Deposited: 02 Jun 2020 11:09
Last Modified: 02 Jun 2020 11:09
URI: http://nrl.northumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/43310

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