mass hysteria
Conspiracy theories tagged "mass hysteria."
2 articles
Debunked
Satanic Panic — 1980s Daycare Hysteria
The 1980s moral panic when hundreds of daycare workers were falsely accused of Satanic ritual abuse based on coerced child testimony.
1980 · United States · Michelle Smith, Lawrence Pazder, Geraldo Rivera
Mixed
New Jersey Drone Sightings (2024)
In late 2024, thousands reported mysterious drones over New Jersey. Conspiracy theories ranged from Iranian spies to fake alien invasions. Here's what we know.
2024 · United States · John Kirby, Chris Smith, Andy Kim