The effects of higher-order human values and conspiracy beliefs on COVID-19-related behavior in Germany

ConclusionThis article has shown that belief in conspiracy narratives reveals associations of higher-order values with all four COVID-19-related measures that would not have been apparent without this mediator. In doing so, it contributes to the understanding of how pandemic mitigation measures are implemented differently. The results of this study can improve the ability to develop and enforce policies to increase the acceptance of scientifically accepted efforts in better governance.
Source: Journal of Public Health - Category: Health Management Source Type: research