Researchers in the School of Psychology at the University of Kent have found that sharing conspiracy theories on their dating profiles can seriously damage first impressions and reduce romantic interest, but this reaction depends on the political views of the person viewing the profile. In particular, the study, which involved more than 1,600 participants from the U.S., found that liberals were less willing to engage romantically with someone whose profile endorsed conspiracy theories—especially right-wing conspiracy theories, compared to profiles that did not endorse them, whereas conservatives were more accepting and, in some cases, showed higher romantic interest.
Swipe left or right? Sharing conspiracy theories in dating profiles can damage first impressions
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