APS
30th APS Annual Convention · 2018
Structuring Readings to Facilitate Changes in Prior False Beliefs
- Julia Giovanni
University of San Diego - Veronica Grosse
University of San Diego - Justin Von Gortler
University of San Diego - Patricia Kowalski
University of San Diego - Annette Taylor
University of San Diego
Abstract
This study explored myth-debunking mechanisms pertaining to GMO health misconceptions. Participants rated strength of beliefs and read about GMO’s in one of five conditions. The study provided evidence that some change may occur given any reading, and activating the myth is not as effective as refuting the claim.
Cognitive Processes
