From moon landing hoaxes to real CIA mind control programs, we explore why conspiracy theories captivate us and how to separate compelling skepticism from unfounded beliefs in our digital age.
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Healthy skepticism asks, 'What evidence supports this claim?' Conspiracy thinking asks, 'How can I explain away the evidence that contradicts what I want to believe?'
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