Epistemic rationality: Skepticism toward unfounded beliefs requires sufficient cognitive ability and motivation to be rational
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DOI: 10.1016/j.paid.2017.10.026
Abstract: Why does belief in the paranormal, conspiracy theories, and various other phenomena that are not backed up by evidence remain widespread in modern society? In the present research we adopt an individual difference approach, as… read more here.
Keywords: cognitive ability; unfounded beliefs; toward unfounded; epistemic rationality ... See more keywords
Functional, organic or conventional? Food choices of health conscious and skeptical consumers
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DOI: 10.1108/bjm-01-2016-0016
Abstract: Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore how health consciousness and skepticism toward health claims are related to perceived healthiness and willingness to buy functional food (i.e. functional yogurt) compared to conventional and… read more here.
Keywords: functional organic; organic conventional; skepticism toward; health ... See more keywords