Br J Psychol February 2020 PMID 30868563

Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups.

Daniel Jolley, Rose Meleady, Karen M Douglas

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The discussions demonstrate a high level of concern about how exposure to conspiracy theories fosters prejudice, as seen in comments emphasizing the spread of hatred and the societal risks involved. Words like 'concerning,' 'promote prejudice,' and references to the influence on minorities like Jewish communities reveal a tone of urgency and seriousness, illustrating deep engagement and recognition of the study's high impact on public perceptions and societal cohesion.

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Most discussions affirm the study's findings, emphasizing the harmful effects of conspiracy theories on intergroup relations, especially with references to prejudice spreading and societal dangers.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high engagement by referencing specific research and expressing concern, indicating strong curiosity about the implications of the study.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many comments delve into the mechanisms and societal impacts, with users citing the study and sharing related links, reflecting deep engagement with the subject.

ImpactHigh impact

Discussions underscore the significance of the findings, framing them as alarming and warranting attention from the broader community, highlighting perceived societal consequences.

Abstract in brief

  • Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories increases prejudice and discrimination across different groups, such as immigrants to Britain and Jewish people.
  • The research showed that exposure to conspiracy theories not only heightened negative attitudes but also reduced willingness to support Jewish political candidates.
  • The studies indicate that conspiracy theories can indirectly foster prejudice toward multiple secondary outgroups, leading to broader negative effects on intergroup relations.]

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Dr Daniel Jolley
@DrDanielJolley · X

New paper: Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups, published today in BJP with Rose Meleady and @Karen_Douglas https://t.co/6JVJdp9bLT

Mar 14, 2019 · 23 likes · 12 shares · 2,625 followers View post →
Professor Karen Douglas
@Karen_Douglas · X

Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups. New paper with @DrDanielJolley and Rose Meleady: https://t.co/mRToS69R2w https://t.co/VNm955elxc

Mar 14, 2019 · 14 likes · 4 shares · 5,609 followers View post →
StandWithUs
@StandWithUs · X

A really concerning study that shows how exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories (conspiracy theories about Jewish people) promotes prejudice which spreads across groups. https://t.co/ZPTNgxZSBF

Mar 21, 2019 · 9 likes · 5 shares · 392,427 followers View post →
Marlon Solomon
@supergutman · X

A few links to what I was talking about on tonight's Zoom convo with @tessfrancesc for @JewishLabour The study of exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promoting prejudice which spreads across groups. Summary: https://t.co/GSV50phhnx Full Study: https://t.co/VqxzP9IqoE

May 14, 2020 · 6 likes · 6 shares · 11,496 followers View post →
Marlon Solomon
@supergutman · X

@merkerivan @LeftJewasian @tessfrancesc @JewishLabour Thank you, most kind! The study about exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories on prejudice and discrimination is here. https://t.co/VqxzP9IqoE Summarised in this article by Daniel Jolley, one of main UK researchers. https://t.co/GSV50phhnx

May 14, 2020 · 1 like · 11,496 followers View post →
mat marques, ph.d. ||| @fabiovelo@bsky.social
@fabiovelo · X

@ThatFitnessGuy that's an excellent question. I don't know of any research that's explored that. my educated guess is some of those CTs serve as a gateway to others. related, we know that exposure to some CTs about one group generalise to prejudice about others https://t.co/OAdLForOrK

Dec 28, 2022 · 1 like · 1,111 followers View post →

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@docrussjackson · X

Not only do conspiracy theories they stoke up hatred against groups of people, they also make it harder for the targets of conspiracy theories to feel that they can safely interact with people outside their community. https://t.co/2vG4HKMFCb

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Kenzo Nera
@KenzoNera · X

@vtijms @Sacha_Altay @waqasejazch @SchopferCeline @Tomas_Frederic And this (for the "prejudice against other groups") part: https://t.co/4Gtwzv4cGH

May 30, 2023 · 1,285 followers View post →
mat marques, ph.d. ||| @fabiovelo@bsky.social
@fabiovelo · X

@ThatFitnessGuy that's an excellent question. I don't know of any research that's explored that. my educated guess is some of those CTs serve as a gateway to others. related, we know that exposure to some CTs about one group generalise to prejudice about others https://t.co/OAdLForOrK

Dec 28, 2022 · 1 like · 1,111 followers View post →
Cathy Ashley
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RT @supergutman: A few links to what I was talking about on tonight's Zoom convo with @tessfrancesc for @JewishLabour The study of exposu…

May 18, 2020 · 6 shares · 5,887 followers View post →
Jack Mayorcas
@jackamayorcas · X

RT @supergutman: A few links to what I was talking about on tonight's Zoom convo with @tessfrancesc for @JewishLabour The study of exposu…

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Rebecca Filer
@RebeccaFiler · X

RT @supergutman: A few links to what I was talking about on tonight's Zoom convo with @tessfrancesc for @JewishLabour The study of exposu…

May 14, 2020 · 6 shares · 3,908 followers View post →
Jewish Labour Movement
@JewishLabour · X

RT @supergutman: A few links to what I was talking about on tonight's Zoom convo with @tessfrancesc for @JewishLabour The study of exposu…

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Marlon Solomon
@supergutman · X

A few links to what I was talking about on tonight's Zoom convo with @tessfrancesc for @JewishLabour The study of exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promoting prejudice which spreads across groups. Summary: https://t.co/GSV50phhnx Full Study: https://t.co/VqxzP9IqoE

May 14, 2020 · 6 likes · 6 shares · 11,496 followers View post →
Marlon Solomon
@supergutman · X

@merkerivan @LeftJewasian @tessfrancesc @JewishLabour Thank you, most kind! The study about exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories on prejudice and discrimination is here. https://t.co/VqxzP9IqoE Summarised in this article by Daniel Jolley, one of main UK researchers. https://t.co/GSV50phhnx

May 14, 2020 · 1 like · 11,496 followers View post →
dududu
@Secubiduwau · X

RT @DrDanielJolley: New paper: Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups, published today i…

Apr 28, 2020 · 12 shares · 19 followers View post →
roberto
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3 - Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups (https://t.co/J6WuWLCBoc)

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roberto
@robgazeuse · X

3 - Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups (https://t.co/J6WuWLkZZC)

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Андрей
@allegro09723868 · X

ПСИХОЛОГИЯ Воздействие межгрупповых теорий заговора способствует предубеждениям, которые распространяются по группам https://t.co/Obl1YHlrzQ https://t.co/Obl1YHlrzQ

Aug 25, 2019 · 13 followers View post →
Андрей
@allegro09723868 · X

Краткое знакомство с теориями заговора порождает фанатичные отношения, которые передаются между группами https://t.co/xc2Id2wzKy https://t.co/QEAdBDG11w

Aug 18, 2019 · 13 followers View post →
me... !
@myownaccount_me · X

Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups https://t.co/YDrlCKaOel

Apr 28, 2019 · 507 followers View post →
PerimeterHillel
@PerimeterHillel · X

A really concerning study that shows how exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories (conspiracy theories about Jewish people) promotes prejudice which spreads across groups. https://t.co/H0khwC6WHd https://t.co/Bbox4lyBwL #Israel #standwithisrael

Mar 21, 2019 · 188 followers View post →
TheeeeSurlyDalek
@Ndreajess · X

RT @StandWithUs: A really concerning study that shows how exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories (conspiracy theories about Jewish peop…

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Mattathias Ben Johannan
@MJohannan · X

RT StandWithUs: A really concerning study that shows how exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories (conspiracy theories about Jewish people) promotes prejudice which spreads across groups. https://t.co/P4yfpcB8qc

Mar 21, 2019 · 6 followers View post →
Jason Kim Manners
@Truth_Lighter · X

RT @StandWithUs: A really concerning study that shows how exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories (conspiracy theories about Jewish peop…

Mar 21, 2019 · 5 shares · 1,668 followers View post →
StandWithUs
@StandWithUs · X

A really concerning study that shows how exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories (conspiracy theories about Jewish people) promotes prejudice which spreads across groups. https://t.co/ZPTNgxZSBF

Mar 21, 2019 · 9 likes · 5 shares · 392,427 followers View post →
Jacob Pape
@JacobPape4 · X

This research by the British Institute of Psychology confirms what Jews and others have long suspected.'Antisemitism'is a social 'gateway' that opens overt hatred of other minority https://t.co/qYeBknfrjK Hitler wasn't lesson enough..https://t.co/qvOerW9ObS

Mar 21, 2019 · 2,229 followers View post →
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Dr Tanya Schrader
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Sylvain Delouvée
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Professor Karen Douglas
@Karen_Douglas · X

Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups. New paper with @DrDanielJolley and Rose Meleady: https://t.co/mRToS69R2w https://t.co/VNm955elxc

Mar 14, 2019 · 14 likes · 4 shares · 5,609 followers View post →
Dr Daniel Jolley
@DrDanielJolley · X

New paper: Exposure to intergroup conspiracy theories promotes prejudice which spreads across groups, published today in BJP with Rose Meleady and @Karen_Douglas https://t.co/6JVJdp9bLT

Mar 14, 2019 · 23 likes · 12 shares · 2,625 followers View post →