Social class narcissism linked to anti-psychiatry conspiracy theories - PsyPost
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New research reveals how social class narcissism — not just distrust — fuels anti-psychiatry conspiracy thinking, exposing a pride-driven blind spot hiding in plain sight.
Narcissism TheoryConspiracy MentalitySocial Identity TheoryIn-Group Bias
Theory Briefing
- People with inflated pride in their social class are more likely to believe psychiatry is a corrupt, conspiratorial system, new research finds.
- Social class narcissism predicts conspiracy belief beyond general distrust, suggesting superiority — not just skepticism — is the key psychological driver.
- The finding challenges the idea that conspiracy theories are purely about powerlessness, revealing that a sense of elite identity can be equally dangerous.