The Why Factor

Fear vs Fact

Aug 5, 2016
Exploring the prevalence of fear-driven beliefs over facts in a post-factual age. How fear distorts reality and influences decision-making. Challenges in debunking misinformation online and the influence of fear and identities on beliefs.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
Misperceptions and Fear in Social Issues
02:00 • 3min
3
The Power of Fear in Decision-Making and Belief Formation
05:27 • 9min
4
Challenges of Debunking Misinformation Online
14:22 • 2min
5
Exploring the Influence of Fear, Emotions, and Identities on Beliefs
15:55 • 3min