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2019 International Convention of Psychological Science

The What and Why of Science Rejection: The Role of Intuitions, Ideologies, and Information

Friday, March 8, 2019 · Paris, France

Social Psychology

How can we best understand and overcome science skepticism? An overview of three independent research programs discusses the consistent predictors of skepticism toward many scientific theories (e.g., evolution) and specific topics (e.g., GM foods, vaccinations). Discussion centers around some paths for overcoming skepticism and promoting support for science.

Chairs & Discussants

  • Jonathon McPhetresChair
    University of Rochester
  • Jonathon McPhetresChair
    university of rochester
  • Robbie SuttonDiscussant
    University of Kent

Presentations

  1. Science Vs. Intuition: Why Scientific Ideas Never Truly Take RootAndrew Shtulman
  2. Spiritual Skepticism: Testing the Heterogeneity of Science Rejection Beyond the USBastiaan Rutjens
  3. Modifying Attitudes about Modified Foods: More Information Leads to More Positive AttitudesJonathon McPhetres