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The Social Psychology of Gullibility - Conspiracy Theories, Fake News and Irrational Beliefs (Hardcover)
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The Social Psychology of Gullibility - Conspiracy Theories, Fake News and Irrational Beliefs (Hardcover)
Series: Sydney Symposium of Social Psychology
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Gullibility, whether we like it or not, is a fundamental
characteristic of human beings. In The Social Psychology of
Gullibility, Forgas and Baumeister explore what we know about the
causes, functions, and consequences of gullibility, and the social
psychological processes that promote or inhibit it. With
contributions from leading international researchers, the book
reveals what social and cognitive psychology contribute to our
understanding of how human judgments and decisions can be distorted
and undermined. The chapters discuss the nature and functions of
gullibility, the role of cognitive processes in gullibility, the
influence of emotion and motivation on gullibility, and social and
cultural aspects of gullibility. Underpinned by a wealth of
empirical research, contributors explore captivating issues such as
the psychology of conspiracy theories, the role of political
gullibility, gullibility in science, the role of the internet in
fostering gullibility, and the failures of reasoning that
contribute to human credulity. Gullibility has become a dominant
topic of interest in public discourse. The Social Psychology of
Gullibility is essential reading for researchers, social science
students, professionals and practitioners and all those interested
in understanding human credulity and the role of gullibility in
contemporary public affairs.
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