misinformation

Why Feelings of Power Make It More Difficult to Refute Misinformation or Change Biased Views

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Feelings of Power

When you’re refuting misinformation or when you’re trying to counter biased thinking and indoctrination, you normally want people to think carefully and deeply about your reasons. To increase chances of that, avoid occasions when people feel powerful because feelings of power reduce careful thinking and decrease chances that people will be persuaded by strong arguments. … Read more

Using Causal Arguments to Counteract Biased Views and Debunk Misinformation

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Causal arguments are one of the more effective approaches that we can use when we want to change false beliefs, ingrained but biased views, or when debunking all sorts of misinformation. Causal arguments inform us about the underlying mechanisms and explain why something happens. They are persuasive because they target one of our fundamental needs … Read more