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Misinformation lends itself to social contagion
theconversation.com/misinformati... by @bayesbro.bsky.social

"Research shows that both misinformation and disinformation spread faster and farther than truth online."

Echo chambers "filter out accurate information contrary to one’s own views."
Misinformation lends itself to social contagion – here’s how to recognize and combat it
Mass psychogenic illness has happened throughout history, but social media makes it more likely to spread.
theconversation.com
September 21, 2025 at 3:49 PM