Conspiracy Theories: A Public Health Concern and How to Address It

Frontiers in Psychology

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Marie-Jeanne Leonard¹  Frederick L. Philippe¹ 

[1] Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal

关键词: conspiracy theories;    public health;    self-determination theory;    needs;    radicalization;    conspiracy beliefs;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpsyg.2021.682931

学科分类：社会科学、人文和艺术（综合）

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic was characterized by a significant increase in the endorsement of conspiracy theories. Conspiracy theories are narratives that can enable and accentuate distrust toward health professionals and authorities. As such, they can lead to violent radicalization and should be considered a public health issue. This perspective article aims to further the understanding of professionals on conspiracy theories via the 3N model of radicalization and self-determination theory. Based on empirical research, theory, and existing interventions, potential initiatives intended to tackle the issue of conspiracy theories during pandemics are also presented.

【 授权许可】

CC BY