Why do people fall for conspiracy theories?

Jasmine Mithani

Jun 15, 2021

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Fivey returns to teach you about cognitive science in my newest story.

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Mich

Jun 15, 2021

Very cool!! I especially liked the birdwatching exercise.

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Yay I'm so glad!

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Why do people fall for conspiracy theories?