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Combating Misinformation with Psychological Science.

Authors :
MYERS, DAVID G.
DEWALL, C. NATHAN
GRUBER, JUNE
Source :
Skeptical Inquirer; Jul/Aug2024, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p58-61, 4p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article focuses on the pervasive impact of misinformation and disinformation, highlighting its effects on public perception, health decisions, political beliefs, and societal divisions. Topics include the misleading nature of crime perceptions versus reality, the deadly consequences of COVID-19 misinformation on vaccination rates and mortality.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01946730
Volume :
48
Issue :
4
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Skeptical Inquirer
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
178079836