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We propose a quantum-mechanical model that represents a human system ofbeliefs as quantized energy levels of a physical system. This model underscoresa novel perspective on opinion dynamics, recreating a broad range ofexperimental and real-world data that exhibit an asymmetry of opinionradicalization. In particular, the model demonstrates the phenomena ofpronounced conservatism versus mild liberalism when individuals are exposed toopposing views, mirroring recent findings on opinion polarization via socialmedia exposure. Advancing this model, we establish a solid framework thatintegrates elements from physics, psychology, and philosophy, and alsoemphasize the inherent advantages of the quantum approach over traditionalclassical models. Our findings enhance ongoing efforts to elucidatepsychological, behavioral, and decision-making phenomena using the laws ofquantum mechanics. These results also lend additional support to the quantummind hypothesis, suggesting that the most radicalized opinions may notnecessarily mirror the most firmly held beliefs but are driven by strongly heldopinions and exposure to dissenting views.

Quantum-mechanical model of the backfire effect: Capturing the asymmetry of opinion radicalization due to exposure to opposing views