Scientists Reveal How You Unknowingly Enclose Yourself in an Information Bubble

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A study in PNAS reveals that online search behaviors and algorithms reinforce belief biases, creating echo chambers. Simple changes, like providing broader perspectives in search results and AI responses, can help users update their beliefs and foster a more informed society. The research emphasizes redesigning search tools to balance relevance with informational breadth to combat polarization.
Topics:health#algorithm-design#belief-polarization#belief-updating#information-bubbles#science#search-engines
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