Ep 29: Why do people share false information — and what can we do about it?
PsychCrunch
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The Impact of Demographic Characteristics on Sharing False Information
There is debate about demographic characteristics and their impact on sharing false information./nIncreasing digital literacy may not be a solution for those who knowingly share false information./nFactors like education level and age have inconsistent relationships with the likelihood of sharing false information./nThere are links between political beliefs and the likelihood of sharing false information./nAnyone can be at risk of sharing false information, even by simply clicking on a plausible link./nEven if you don't share false information, engaging with it can still boost its reach./nWe are all part of the problem of spreading false information.
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