Social class narcissism linked to anti-psychiatry conspiracy theories. Holding an ... - Reddit
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When class-based narcissism meets distrust of institutions, conspiracy theories about psychiatry thrive — and this study shows exactly how that psychological cocktail works.
NarcissismConspiracy MentalitySocial Identity TheoryDunning-Kruger Effect
Theory Briefing
- People with inflated pride in their social class are more likely to believe psychiatry is a corrupt or deceptive system.
- The link suggests narcissistic identity — not just skepticism — is a key driver of anti-psychiatry conspiracy thinking.
- This pattern echoes the Dunning-Kruger effect: overestimated superiority breeds resistance to expert knowledge and mental health intervention.