A new paper in Psychological Inquiry co-authored by Theofilos Gkinopoulos from our lab!
The rapid growth of conspiracy theory research highlights the need for more systematic theory-building and testing. This process doesn’t always require new models but can benefit from applying and adapting existing psychological theories. The diverse commentaries suggest that using appraisal theories to understand conspiracy beliefs is a promising approach, inspiring new theory-driven predictions involving dynamic processes, personal relevance, and social identity. Critiques have clarified the goals, scope, assumptions, and limitations of the AMCT framework. This interdisciplinary exchange emphasizes the potential of AMCT to bridge gaps across psychological fields and disciplines. Overall, this effort serves as a model for advancing robust theoretical frameworks in conspiracy belief research.
The link to the paper: https://www.tandfonline.com/…/1047840X.2025.2454118…
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