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Why pseudoscience thrives even as science advances
Original: Astrology, homeopathy, vaccine rejectionism, creationism: Why pseudoscience thrives as science advances
The Genetic Literacy Project examines why astrology, homeopathy, vaccine rejectionism and creationism continue to attract adherents despite growing scientific evidence against them. The piece argues that science's progress has not eliminated public susceptibility to pseudoscientific claims, exploring psychological, cultural and social factors that keep such beliefs alive across populations.
Why now: Debates over vaccine skepticism and alternative medicine remain prominent, keeping attention on why pseudoscientific beliefs persist.
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- Astrology, homeopathy, vaccine rejectionism, creationism: Why pseudoscience thrives as science advances · Genetic Literacy Project
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