Once (but not twice) upon a time: Narrative inoculation against conjunction errors indirectly reduces conspiracy beliefs and improves truth discernment
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چکیده
Psychological inoculation has proven effective at reducing susceptibility to misinformation. We present a novel storytelling approach against the conjunction fallacy (dmeta-analysis = 0.82), known cognitive predictor of conspiracy beliefs. In Study 1 (Pilot; N 161), narrative (vs. control) reduced errors, and in turn, beliefs regarding government malfeasance. 2 (main experiment; 141; pre-registered), two separate inoculations directly indirectly extra-terrestrial cover-ups. addition, messages improved detection both real fake news (‘truth discernment’). discuss theoretical practical implications, including use induce critical thinking styles, tailoring that may suit mediums.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Applied Cognitive Psychology
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['0888-4080', '1099-0720']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.4025