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September 27, 2025Open Access

The Psychology of Misinformation: How People Process Fake News on Social Media

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Experimental analysis reveals cognitive biases shape belief in fake news, suggesting media literacy is essential.

A strong correlation exists between cognitive bias scores and susceptibility to misinformation, with higher bias leading to greater acceptance of false news.
Participants with heightened confirmation bias showed significant belief in fake news, while motivated reasoning reinforced acceptance aligned with personal views.
This observational analysis highlights the role of fast, intuitive thinking in processing misinformation on social media platforms.
Media literacy interventions and fact-checking efforts are essential for addressing cognitive biases that amplify misinformation.

Abida Kalsoom (2025) studied this question.

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