The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories

by Jan-Willem Van Prooijen

Book Overview

Who believes in conspiracy theories, and why are some people more susceptible to them than others?

What are the consequences of such beliefs?

Has a conspiracy theory ever turned out to be true?

The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories

debunks the myth that conspiracy theories are a modern phenomenon, exploring their broad social contexts, from politics to the workplace. The book explains why some people are...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138696102
• ISBN13: 9781138696105
• Release Date: March 2018
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.1" x 7.8"