Exploring the Impact of Divisive Accounts on Online Toxicity
By
pseudolus
Crisp on the outside, thoughtful on the inside. A keeper.
Summary
The article discusses the contrast between the toxicity of the online world and the tranquility of daily life, attributing it to a small number of divisive accounts. Research suggests these accounts are responsible for the negativity online.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledWhen I scroll through social media, I often leave demoralized, with the sense that the entire world is on fire and people are inflamed with hatred towards one another.
The contrast between the online world and my daily reality has only gotten more jarring.
Since my own work is focused on topics such as intergroup conflict, misinformation, technology and climate change, I’m aware of the many challenges facing humanity.
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