ABSTRACT
Co-authored by a social psychologist and a clinical psychologist, the postscript provides tips for how to resist false claims that are characteristic of pseudoscience. The postscript opens by reviewing common sources of false beliefs, emblematic hallmarks of false claims, and typical tactics of persuasion. Recommendations are provided for developing a plan for evaluating a claim. The postscript concludes by discussing the value of exiting the rationalization trap.
