Analytic Thinking ✮

: This study found that individuals less likely to engage in reflective cognitive processes were more likely to view the pandemic as a hoax and less likely to follow social distancing guidelines.

: Recent research from 2022 suggests that an analytic thinking style is a stronger predictor for rejecting unwarranted beliefs (like paranormal or conspiracist ideas) than general fluid reasoning. analytic thinking

: This 2015 study develops a model to explain what triggers analytic thought, distinguishing between early "conflict detection" and late "decoupling" stages. Applied Research & Belief Systems : This study found that individuals less likely

Analytic thinking reduces belief in conspiracy theories - ScienceDirect analytic thinking