چکیده مقاله
Conspiracy theories can significantly impact societal trust and cohesion, making the psychological factors that predict conspiracy thinking a critical area of study This research examined the relationship between personality traits, including narcissism, Machiavellianism, interpersonal manipulation, and prosocial traits such as faith in humanity and Kantianism, and the propensity to endorse conspiracy theories A diverse sample of 758 adults was recruited through online platforms and assessed using validated psychometric scales Data analysis involved Pearson correlation and forward stepwise linear regression to identify key personality predictors of conspiracy thinking The findings revealed that narcissism was the strongest positive predictor of conspiracy thinking, indicating a robust association between self centered attitudes and the endorsement of conspiratorial narratives Conversely, prosocial traits, particularly faith in humanity and Kantianism, were significant negative predictors, suggesting that individuals with a positive orientation towards others may be less prone to conspiracy beliefs These results underscore the complex interplay between personality traits and belief systems The study's implications extend to the development of targeted interventions aimed at reducing susceptibility to conspiracy theories By promoting prosocial traits and critical thinking skills, it may be possible to mitigate the spread of misinformation and its societal consequences This research contributes to the broader understanding of the psychological profiles associated with conspiracy thinking and offers insights into potential strategies for fostering resilience against misinformation
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نویسندگان
Erfan Salehi
Master of Clinical Psychology, Medical Department, Hamedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Hamedan
Maryam Raissi
Master of Personality Psychology, Department of Psychology, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran
Atefeh Alvandi
Bachelor of Psychology, Humanity Sciences Department, Hamedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Hamedan
شیوه ارجاع
Salehi, Erfan and Raissi, Maryam and Alvandi, Atefeh,1403,Conspiracy Thinking Unveiled: The Influence of Dark Triad Personality Traits (Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopathy) and Light Triad Personality Traits (Empathy, Compassion, and Altruism) on Belief in Conspiracy,20th International Conference on Psychology,Counseling,and Educational Sciences
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