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This eBook offers a comprehensive overview of the most popular conspiracy theories, their origins, spread, social impact and refutations.What are conspiracy theories?- Definition and differentiation from other explanations.Psychological vulnerabilities.- A brief historical overview of the development of conspiracy theories.Origin of the most famous conspiracy theories- **John F. Kennedy**: Theories surrounding the assassination attempt.- ** attacks**: Conspiracies surrounding the terrorist attacks.- **COVID-**: Spreading vaccination myths during the pandemic.Spreading conspiracy theories**Social Media**: Role of platforms such as Facebook and Twitter.**Traditional Media**: Influence of print and broadcast media.- **Celebrities**: Influence of public figures.- **Global Differences**: Variance of theories in different cultures.Impact on society- **Political Divisions**: Increase in polarization and mistrust.- **Health**: Negative effects on trust in scientific findings.- **Trust in Institutions**: Erosion of trust in governments.**Mobilization**: Formation of movements and communities.Refutations of conspiracy theories- **Critical Thinking**: Promoting media literacy.**Scientific Evidence**: Application of scientific methods to refute.- **Fact Checker**: Role of independent media in education.- **Success Stories**: Best practices for combating disinformation.Outlook and future developments**Technological influences**: Future challenges caused by new technologies.**Prevention strategies**: Approaches to prevent the spread of conspiracy theories.- **Educational Role**: Importance of education to promote critical thinking.