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Understanding Tribal Epistemology
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The term "tribal epistemology" refers to the idea that fundamentalists and extremists have a low need for cognitive complexity and a high need for cognitive closure which affects how group norms and stories become fused in truth over time, leading to a post-truth world on the internet and social media.
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Extremists and fundamentalists of most persuasions have a low need for cognitive complexity and a high need for cognitive closure, making group beliefs and norms particularly appealing.
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Psychology
Summary
Extremists and fundamentalists of most persuasions have a low need for cognitive complexity and a high need for cognitive closure, making group beliefs and norms particularly appealing. The rise of tribal epistemology on social media has also contributed to the prevalence of extremist views.
ChapterUnderstanding Tribal Epistemology
Episode#552 - Dr Kevin Dutton - Understanding The Wisdom Of Psychopaths
PodcastModern Wisdom
A man reminisces about the time his father got hold of a load of calendar diaries which were very popular and even led to people stealing them.
43:47 - 45:41 (01:54)
Diary
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A man reminisces about the time his father got hold of a load of calendar diaries which were very popular and even led to people stealing them.