AI chatbot weakens conspiracy beliefs.

According to an article in Science News, researchers have found that engaging in conversations with an AI chatbot can weaken people's beliefs in conspiracy theories. The study involved thousands of participants and showed that even those who considered the conspiracy theory central to their worldview experienced a reduction in conviction after talking with the chatbot. The researchers suggest that this method could be more effective than rational arguments in changing people's minds. However, it is important to note that most participants still believed in the conspiracy even after the conversations. The study adds to the growing evidence that chatting with bots can improve reasoning, but it does not challenge prevailing psychological theories that explain why people adopt conspiracy beliefs. [Extracted from the article]