The study suggests that engaging with an AI can effectively challenge and change deeply held conspiracy beliefs, contradicting the notion that evidence is futile.
Dr. Thomas Costello states, 'Our findings fundamentally challenge the view that evidence and arguments are of little use once someone has gone down the rabbit hole.'
The AI system, known as DebunkBot, tailored its conversations to participants' specific conspiracy beliefs, allowing for personalized fact-based counterarguments.
The research involved 2,190 participants exploring their conspiracy theories through a structured conversation with an AI, leading to notable changes in their beliefs.
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