| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7251470 | Personality and Individual Differences | 2015 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
The present study examines the relationships between paranoia, conspiracist ideation, and boredom proneness. A sample of the general public (NÂ =Â 150) completed the Paranoia scale, the Boredom Proneness scale, and the Generic Conspiracist Beliefs scale. Bivariate correlations revealed significant interrelationships between the three traits. Further analysis revealed that the relationship between boredom proneness and conspiracist ideation was fully mediated by paranoia. That is, proneness to experiencing boredom is associated with stronger endorsement of conspiracy theories only in as much as boredom proneness is associated with increased paranoia.
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Authors
Robert Brotherton, Silan Eser,