Why are we seeing so many conspiracy theories lately? How can we identify what is a #conspiracytheory versus what is true? And how do we address those who subscribe to #conspiracytheories?

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Belief in conspiracy theories is a result of normal human tendencies. And it makes sense that during a global pandemic, when people are turning to social media and other platforms to stay connected, conspiracy theories are spreading.

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Belief in conspiracy theories is a result of normal human tendencies. And it makes sense that during a global pandemic, when people are turning to social media and other platforms to stay connected, conspiracy theories are spreading.2/5
Belief in conspiracy theories is a result of normal human tendencies. And it makes sense that during a global pandemic, when people are turning to social media and other platforms to stay connected, conspiracy theories are spreading.2/5
The thought processes that uncover conspiracies are different from those that drive conspiracy theories. Real conspiracies are discovered through conventional thinking. Conspiracy theories are driven by conspiratorial thinking.

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The thought processes that uncover conspiracies are different from those that drive conspiracy theories. Real conspiracies are discovered through conventional thinking. Conspiracy theories are driven by conspiratorial thinking.3/5
The thought processes that uncover conspiracies are different from those that drive conspiracy theories. Real conspiracies are discovered through conventional thinking. Conspiracy theories are driven by conspiratorial thinking.3/5
We must “choose love instead of hate” and also have “great tolerance for people and none for injustice.”

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We must “choose love instead of hate” and also have “great tolerance for people and none for injustice.”4/5
We must “choose love instead of hate” and also have “great tolerance for people and none for injustice.”4/5
Healthy skepticism is a good thing. But news consumers should be careful to weigh credible evidence when considering conspiracy theories. For our full education piece on conspiracy theories, head to the MWEG Library: …https://library.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/media-literacy-conspiracy-theories-whats-driving-them/

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