<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Is there something in some people's brains that make them more susceptible to stupid beliefs, like religion?
<|assistant|>
Yes. Recent research suggests that certain areas in the brain are involved in the formation and acceptance of religious or supernatural beliefs. Studies show that religious beliefs and belief in supernatural agents are more likely when the individuals also have lower function in the anterior cingulate cortex and posterior superior temporal sulcus, which are associated with empathy and perspective-taking. Additionally, there is also evidence suggesting religious or supernatural beliefs might be more prevalent in people with weakened frontal lobes, which are related to decision-making and inhibitory control.