May Contain Lies May Contain Lies Alex Edmans

May Contain Lies

How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Manipulate Our Mental Shortcuts

by Alex Edmans

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About This Book

May Contain Lies (2024) examines how misinformation infiltrates society, media, and our decision-making processes. The book investigates the psychological mechanisms that render us vulnerable to false information, analyzing how untruths proliferate and the lasting damage they inflict on collective trust and individual choices. The author presents practical techniques to strengthen critical thinking and judgment.

Who Should Read This?

  • News consumers and social media users
  • People seeking to base decisions on evidence
  • Government officials and policymakers

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