The essay presents a comparison between the concepts of post-truth and conspiracy theories, exploring both their distinctions and fundamental convergences. It delves into studies on the workings ofthe human mind, revealing its consistent manifestation of cognitive biases. Classical texts andcontemporary authors are scrutinized to illustrate how post-truth and conspiracy theories address intrinsic human needs. Additionally, the article highlights the historical prevalence and perennial dangers associated with indifference to the truth and the rejection of all forms of authority. The populistic pursuit of respect for unscientific and unfounded opinions appears to fuel the proliferation of post-truths and conspiratorial mindset
Teorie del complotto, post-verità e demagogia cognitiva: su alcune possibili cause del populismo
Antonio Masala
2023-01-01
Abstract
The essay presents a comparison between the concepts of post-truth and conspiracy theories, exploring both their distinctions and fundamental convergences. It delves into studies on the workings ofthe human mind, revealing its consistent manifestation of cognitive biases. Classical texts andcontemporary authors are scrutinized to illustrate how post-truth and conspiracy theories address intrinsic human needs. Additionally, the article highlights the historical prevalence and perennial dangers associated with indifference to the truth and the rejection of all forms of authority. The populistic pursuit of respect for unscientific and unfounded opinions appears to fuel the proliferation of post-truths and conspiratorial mindsetI documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
