Why truth is not all that matters: Misinformation, self-deception and social pressures Communication technologies facilitate the exchange of information. But what exactly are we exchanging? Is it facts, or is it opinions? Is it an accurate representation of reality or wishful thinking? The answer is not a very simple one, even when it

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The source:
Why Truth Is Not All That Matters: Misinformation, Self-Deception, and Social Pressures
By Dr. Dzmitry Yuran Florida Institute of Technology

Link: www.academia.edu/445...

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📦 Final wrap-up thread

A full summary of all five threads + practical takeaways

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Why Social Media Supercharges Self-Deception.

Misinformation isn’t new.
But what’s changed is the delivery system.

Social media doesn’t just carry falsehoods.
It rewards them.

This thread breaks down how platforms amplify belief traps.

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Next up:
Why Social Media Supercharges Self-Deception

How platforms reward loyalty, emotion, and speed—and punish nuance and correction.

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