Psychological factors contributing to the creation and dissemination of fake news among social media users: a systematic review

Psychological factors contributing to the creation and dissemination of fake news among social media users: a systematic review

Abstract The proliferation of fake news on social media platforms has become a significant concern, influencing public opinion, political decisions, and societal trust. While much research has focused on the technological and algorithmic factors behind the spread of misinformation, less attention ha...

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Main Authors: Shalini Munusamy, Kalaivanan Syasyila, Azahah Abu Hassan Shaari, Muhammad Adnan Pitchan, Mohammad Rahim Kamaluddin, Ratna Jatnika
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-11-01
Series:BMC Psychology
Subjects:
Fake news
Creation
Dissemination
Social media users
Psychological factors
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-024-02129-2
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