Conspiracy beliefs among young people may be explained by their predisposition toward unconventional styles of political participation, lower self-esteem, and general resentment of politics. However, the connection is weak, indicating that conspiracy beliefs largely depend on factors other than age.
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Younger individuals more likely to endorse conspiracy beliefs
A recent study found that conspiracy beliefs slightly decrease with age. Younger individuals tend to have stronger beliefs, linked to lower self-esteem, political dissatisfaction, and a preference for activism.
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Trust in representative institutions, such as parliaments, governments and political parties, has been declining in democratic countries around the world. Findings are a ‘warning sign’ that could pave the way for non-democratic political leaders to use the state in more autocratic ways
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People who believe they contribute to society are more likely to vote and engage in politics. They were also more likely to donate to and volunteer for political causes compared to individuals who saw their contribution to society as smaller.
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People who believe they contribute to society are more likely to vote and engage in politics
A new study finds that people who feel their lives bring value to society are significantly more likely to vote, volunteer, and donate to political causes than those who feel socially disconnected.