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Foolproof

Why We Fall for Misinformation and How to Build Immunity
By Sander van der Linden
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Foolproof by Sander van der Linden delves into the psychology behind how misinformation spreads and how cognitive biases influence our beliefs. The author explores scientific strategies designed to protect our minds against misleading information. This insightful read is grounded in the latest research in science and nature, offering practical techniques for fostering critical thinking and resilience against modern misinformation.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the science behind misinformation and want to learn how to protect yourself from it. It delves into psychological tricks and strategies that help you identify and counteract misleading information, making it perfect for those interested in critical thinking and media literacy.

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Winner of British Psychological Society Best Book Prize (Popular Science) 2023

Nature’s Top 10 Books of 2023

A Financial Times Book of the Year 2023

A Waterstones Book of the Year for Politics 2023

Fake news. Alternative facts. Conspiracy theories. Misinformation is one of the defining problems of our age, and despite what we may think, we are all susceptible. So how and why does misinformation spread? And, more importantly, what can we do about it? Sander van der Linden, a Cambridge University professor and leading expert, takes us through the psychology of conspiratorial thinking and equips us with the tools needed to help stop the spread of misinformation once and for all.

'Authoritative' Financial Times

'Encouraging' The Times

‘A fascinating case for counteracting the misinformation virus through psychological inoculation’ Observer

‘A must-read for those of us interested in resisting the spread of disinformation’ Psychology Today

If you want to know why people believe fake news and how to defend yourself against it, then this is the book to read The Skeptic

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Foolproof by Sander van der Linden is praised for its comprehensive and authoritative exploration of misinformation and disinformation. It provides an insightful look into why people are susceptible to falsehoods and offers evidence-based strategies to combat these challenges. Recognised for its engaging and informative approach, the book is highly recommended for those seeking to understand and counter the complexities of fake news and online conspiracies.

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ISBN: 9780008466718

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Fourth Estate Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 620g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Sander van der Linden is The Professor of Social Psychology in Society and Director of the Cambridge Social Decision-Making Lab in the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge. He is often dubbed Cambridge's 'defence against the dark arts teacher' and his pioneering research on fake news, misinformation, science denial, and the psychology of influence and persuasion is world-renowned and has received many awards. Prior to Cambridge, he was based at Yale University and Princeton University. He earned his PhD from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and currently resides in Cambridge, UK.

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