Science has finally cracked the mystery of why so many people believe in conspiracy theories

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Man sitting cross-legged, using laptop underneath a very big brain filled with conspiracies theories, from the Illuminati, September 11 attacks and COVID hoax
People don't buy into conspiracy theories because of ignorance or social isolation. They do it because of a more prevalent personality quirk: overconfidence.

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I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.

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A mother holds her baby above the ocean, which is filled with plastic items like baby bottles, diapers, and wipes.
Microplastics are 10 times more abundant in baby poop than adult poop. Thats partly why plastics expert Laura Hardman keeps plastic away from her baby.

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As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe.

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