QAnon has emerged as the defining conspiracy group of our times, and its far-right conspiracies are extraordinary for their breadth and extremity. Bringing together scholars from psychology, sociology, communications, and political science, this cutting-edge volume uses social science theory to investigate aspects of QAnon. Following an introduction to the 'who, what, and why' of QAnon, Part I focuses on the psychological characteristics of QAnon followers and the group's methods for recruiting and maintaining these followers. Part II includes chapters at the intersection of QAnon and society, arguing that society has constructed QAnon as a threat and the social need to belong motivates its followers. Part III discusses the role of communication in promoting and limiting QAnon support, while Part IV concludes by considering the future of QAnon. The Social Science of QAnon is vital reading for scholars and students across the social sciences, and for legal and policy professionals.

Social science theory is used to explain the attraction and spread of the unique conspiracy group QAnon.

About the Author
Monica K. Miller is a Foundation Professor with a split appointment between the Department of Criminal Justice and the interdisciplinary Social Psychology Ph.D. program at the University of Nevada, Reno, USA. She is also adjunct faculty at the Grant Sawyer Center for Justice Studies and an affiliate of the Department of Gender, Race, and Identity. She is co-editor of the NYU Press book series Psychology and Crime, the Springer series Advances in Psychology and Law, and the American Psychology and Law Society book series published by APA Books.


Book Information
ISBN 9781009055024
Author Monica K. Miller
Format Paperback
Page Count 350
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 476g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 18mm