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This review explores how misinformation impacts cognition and undermines shared truth in society.

Misinformation as strategy: Epistemic consequences and the undermining of shared truth

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Review examines misinformation's cognitive impact and implications for democratic discourse, highlighting necessary interventions.

This review explores how misinformation impacts cognition and undermines shared truth in society.
Analyses recent evidence on cognitive and behavioral impacts of misinformation
Examines the roles of social media and generative AI in misinformation dissemination
Considers systemic interventions to enhance epistemic resilience
Misinformation significantly shapes memory, beliefs, and decision-making processes.
Strategic misinformation use leads to the erosion of trust in institutions and shared truths.
Addressing these challenges requires a coordinated approach involving psychological and regulatory strategies.

Ecker et al. (2026) studied this question.

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